BD 221261 - BBL Trypticase Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood, Differential Culture Plates, 10/BX

BD 221261 - BBL Trypticase Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood, Differential Culture Plates, 10/BX

The BD 221261 BBL Trypticase Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is a high-quality, enriched culture medium designed for the isolation and differentiation of a wide range of bacterial species. Each medium plate is pre-prepared with Trypticase Soy Agar (TSA), supplemented with 5% defibrinated sheep blood, enabling clear hemolysis differentiationalpha, beta, or gammawhen bacteria grow.

This medium is widely used in clinical microbiology laboratories for routine culture of fastidious organisms and for evaluating hemolytic reactions in Streptococcus species and other clinically significant bacteria.

Key Benefits

• Enriched medium: Supports growth of fastidious organisms.

• 5% sheep blood supplement: Enables clear differentiation of hemolytic patterns.

• Ready-to-use plates: Reduces preparation time and enhances workflow efficiency.

• Reliable quality: Manufactured under strict QC for consistent results.

• Broad utility: Suitable for both diagnostic and research microbiology labs.

Compatibility and Applications

The BD 221261 BBL Trypticase Soy Agar with 5% Sheep Blood is compatible with standard microbiological culture techniques and incubators.

Applications include:

• Isolation and identification of Streptococcus spp. based on hemolytic reaction.

• Growth of fastidious organisms in clinical specimens.

• General-purpose enriched medium for hospital microbiology labs.

• Use in research and teaching labs for microbial growth studies.

Usage Guidelines

• Inspect plate integrity and sterility before use.

• Inoculate using aseptic technique with the clinical or environmental specimen.

• Incubate under recommended atmospheric and temperature conditions.

• Observe and record hemolytic reactions (alpha, beta, or gamma).

• Dispose of plates after use according to biohazard waste protocols.

Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals

The BD 221261 medium is FDA-cleared, CE-marked, and manufactured under ISO-certified processes for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) use. Its consistent quality ensures reliable growth and accurate interpretation of hemolysis.

Comparison with Competitor Products

Compared to generic blood agar plates, BD BBL media are trusted for superior consistency in sheep blood quality and TSA formulation. This results in clearer hemolytic reactions and reduced variability across laboratories.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

This product is widely used by:

• Clinical microbiologists for diagnostic cultures.

• Hospital and reference laboratories processing patient specimens.

• Research scientists studying bacterial physiology.

• Educators teaching microbial culture techniques.

Common scenarios include throat swabs for Streptococcus detection, routine clinical sample processing, and teaching demonstrations of bacterial hemolysis.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store plates in a cool, dark, and dry environment as directed.

• Avoid exposure to light and desiccation to maintain blood integrity.

• Use plates before the expiration date for optimal performance.

• Do not reuse plates; designed for single-use only.

Regulatory and Safety Information

The BD 221261 complies with FDA, CE, and ISO standards for diagnostic culture media. It is intended for professional in vitro diagnostic use only and is not for therapeutic application.

How to Order

The BD 221261 BBL Trypticase Soy Agar Medium with 5% Sheep Blood Plates is available through CIA Medicals secure online ordering system. Add the product to your cart and complete checkout with ease.

For bulk purchases, institutional pricing, or technical support, please contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or use the contact form on this page. Our team can provide assistance with product availability and volume discounts.