BD 212392 - Difco Bovine Hemoglobin Freeze-Dried, 500 g Bottle, Laboratory Culture Media Supplement
The BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin is a freeze-dried laboratory product supplied in a 500 g bottle for professional microbiology, research, and culture media preparation workflows. It is commonly used as a nutrient supplement in prepared culture media where hemoglobin or related growth-supporting components are required for the cultivation of specific microorganisms.
This product is intended for use by trained laboratory professionals in microbiology, clinical research, pharmaceutical quality control, academic research, industrial microbiology, and specialized testing environments. As a freeze-dried material, it supports controlled preparation, measured use, and reliable integration into validated laboratory media formulations.
BD 212392 is available for Continental US shipment only. Buyers should confirm current availability, storage requirements, documentation needs, and shipping details before placing an order.
Key Benefits
BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin supports microbiology workflows by providing a recognized laboratory-grade hemoglobin supplement for culture media preparation. It is useful in applications where enriched media is needed to support the growth of organisms that require additional nutritional factors.
The 500 g bottle size is practical for laboratories with recurring media preparation needs, allowing teams to prepare appropriate batch volumes while maintaining inventory control. Its freeze-dried format supports convenient storage and measured reconstitution or incorporation according to validated laboratory procedures.
As part of the BD Difco product portfolio, this bovine hemoglobin product is suitable for facilities that prioritize established laboratory sourcing, lot traceability, and consistency in media preparation workflows.
Compatibility and Applications
BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin is compatible with laboratory workflows requiring hemoglobin supplementation in culture media preparation. It should be used only in accordance with BD instructions, validated methods, and facility standard operating procedures.
Common applications may include enriched culture media preparation, microbiological cultivation, research media formulation, pharmaceutical microbiology, academic laboratory work, organism maintenance, and quality control testing where bovine hemoglobin is required by the method.
This product is typically used in microbiology laboratories, research institutions, pharmaceutical quality control departments, biotechnology facilities, academic laboratories, contract testing organizations, and industrial microbiology settings. It is not intended for direct patient use, injection, administration, food use, or therapeutic application.
Usage Guidelines
Use BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin only according to manufacturer instructions, validated laboratory procedures, and facility protocols. Before use, confirm the required amount, preparation method, reconstitution requirements, sterilization compatibility, storage conditions, and final media formulation.
Measure the required quantity using calibrated laboratory equipment. Add or reconstitute the product according to the validated method and mix thoroughly to achieve uniform distribution in the prepared medium. Follow all required quality control steps before releasing prepared media for laboratory use.
Do not use the product if the bottle is damaged, expired, contaminated, or if the freeze-dried material shows signs of moisture exposure, discoloration, clumping beyond expected appearance, or other compromise. Keep the container tightly closed when not in use.
Certifications and Safety Standards
BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin is manufactured for professional laboratory use and should be handled according to applicable laboratory safety standards, institutional quality procedures, and manufacturer guidance. Facilities should maintain documentation for lot number, expiration date, opening date, storage conditions, preparation records, and quality control results.
Regulatory and compliance requirements may vary depending on the laboratorys intended use, industry sector, and validation requirements. Buyers should verify current product labeling, certificate of analysis availability, safety data sheet, quality specifications, and compliance documentation through BD, CIA Medical, or authorized product documentation before use.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with generic hemoglobin supplements, BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin offers the advantage of being part of BDs established Difco laboratory media and supplement portfolio. This may be important for laboratories that require recognized sourcing, consistent documentation, and lot traceability for validated workflows.
Compared with liquid hemoglobin preparations, the freeze-dried format may offer greater preparation flexibility, measured use, and practical storage benefits when handled correctly. Laboratories can prepare the amount needed for specific formulations while reducing unnecessary waste from pre-prepared liquid formats.
Compared with smaller containers, the 500 g bottle is suitable for laboratories with routine or higher-volume media supplement requirements. It supports inventory planning and helps maintain continuity in media preparation workflows where bovine hemoglobin is regularly used.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
The typical users of BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin include microbiologists, laboratory technicians, research scientists, media preparation specialists, pharmaceutical quality control analysts, biotechnology staff, academic laboratory personnel, and procurement teams responsible for sourcing microbiology media components.
This product is most useful in laboratory environments where enriched culture media is prepared for organisms requiring hemoglobin or related growth-supporting supplementation. Common scenarios include research media formulation, microbiological cultivation, method validation, organism maintenance, and quality control workflows.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Store BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin in a clean, dry laboratory storage area according to manufacturer recommendations. Keep the bottle tightly sealed when not in use to protect the freeze-dried material from moisture, contamination, and environmental exposure.
Use clean, dry measuring tools each time product is removed from the bottle. Avoid introducing moisture into the container. Record the lot number, opening date, expiration date, and storage conditions according to facility policy.
Follow validated preparation procedures for reconstitution, mixing, filtration or sterilization steps if applicable, and final media quality control. Confirm prepared media performance using appropriate internal checks, such as appearance, sterility testing, growth promotion testing, pH verification, or method-specific acceptance criteria.
Rotate inventory using first-expiring, first-out practices. Do not use material that appears compromised or has been stored outside recommended conditions. Dispose of unused or expired product according to facility chemical, biological, and laboratory waste procedures.
Regulatory and Safety Information
BD 212392 Difco Bovine Hemoglobin is intended for professional laboratory use only. It should not be used for direct patient administration, clinical treatment, injection, food use, or any application outside the intended laboratory setting.
Personnel should follow standard laboratory safety practices, including appropriate personal protective equipment, safe powder handling, spill management, labeling, preparation documentation, and waste disposal procedures. Prepared media and cultures containing this supplement should be handled according to applicable biosafety requirements, institutional protocols, and federal, state, and local regulations.
Facilities should review the current BD safety data sheet, product labeling, certificate of analysis, and relevant quality documentation before use. Compliance requirements may differ depending on whether the product is used for research, clinical laboratory support, pharmaceutical quality control, academic work, or industrial microbiology workflows.
How to Order
Select the BD 212392 Hemoglobin Bovine Freeze-Dried 500 g Bottle and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. This product is available for Continental US shipment only. For bulk orders, quotes, availability checks, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
