BD 218071 - Peptone Water Dehydrated Culture Medium, 500 g Microbiological Broth Base, EA
The BD 218071 Peptone Water Dehydrated Culture Medium is a general-purpose microbiological broth base formulated for the cultivation, maintenance, and enrichment of microorganisms. This nutrient medium contains peptone as a source of nitrogen, amino acids, and peptides that support the growth and metabolic activity of a wide range of bacteria.
Manufactured by BD, Peptone Water is widely used in microbiology laboratories for pre-enrichment procedures, bacterial recovery from samples, and preparation of inocula for biochemical testing. The dehydrated powder format provides flexibility for laboratories to prepare the medium as needed while ensuring consistent composition and performance.
Key Benefits
Provides a simple nutrient environment that supports bacterial survival and growth. Ideal for pre-enrichment of microorganisms prior to selective culturing or biochemical testing. Dehydrated format allows convenient preparation and long-term storage. Consistent formulation supports reproducible laboratory results.
Compatibility and Applications
BD 218071 Peptone Water is compatible with standard microbiology laboratory equipment including autoclaves, incubators, sterile culture tubes, and flasks. The medium integrates easily into microbiological testing workflows across clinical, research, and industrial laboratories.
Typical applications include microbial enrichment prior to selective media plating, dilution of bacterial cultures, preparation of inoculum suspensions, and use in food safety and environmental microbiology testing procedures.
Usage Guidelines
Prepare the medium by dissolving the appropriate amount of dehydrated powder in purified water according to the manufacturers recommended instructions. Sterilize the prepared broth using standard autoclave procedures. After cooling, dispense into sterile culture vessels if required and inoculate using aseptic technique. Incubate under conditions appropriate for the organism being studied.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
BD microbiological culture media are produced under regulated quality management systems designed to ensure consistent composition and dependable laboratory performance. Quality control testing verifies the mediums ability to support microbial growth and meet laboratory standards.
Comparison with Competitor Products
Compared with more complex nutrient broths, Peptone Water provides a simpler base medium often used in pre-enrichment or microbial maintenance procedures. BD culture media are widely trusted by laboratories for their consistent formulation, reliable performance, and strict manufacturing quality controls.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is commonly used by microbiologists, laboratory technologists, research scientists, and quality control specialists in clinical laboratories, food safety testing facilities, pharmaceutical production environments, and academic research laboratories.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Store the dehydrated medium in a cool, dry location protected from moisture and contamination. Keep the container tightly sealed after each use to maintain stability. Prepare media using calibrated laboratory equipment and validated sterilization procedures. Conduct routine quality control testing with reference organisms to confirm proper performance.
Regulatory and Safety Information
Although microbiological culture media are laboratory-use reagents rather than direct patient-use medical devices, they are manufactured under strict quality control systems that support reliable laboratory testing and regulatory compliance. Proper biosafety procedures should always be followed when handling microbial cultures.
How to Order
Ordering the BD 218071 Peptone Water Dehydrated Culture Medium 500 g is simple. Add the product to your cart and proceed through the secure checkout process. For bulk purchasing or additional assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850.
