BD 23032512 - Anaerobic Media Standard 10 Qualitative Vial for BD BACTEC Reliable Quality Control for Anaerobic Blood Culture Systems, 50/BX
The BD 23032512 Anaerobic Media Standard 10 Qualitative Vial is a high-quality control reagent designed specifically for use with BD BACTEC anaerobic blood culture systems. Each vial contains a standardized qualitative anaerobic control medium formulated to verify system performance, instrument sensitivity, anaerobic detection capability, and media integrity. These vials help laboratories ensure that BD BACTEC anaerobic blood culture bottles consistently detect clinically significant anaerobic organisms, supporting accurate diagnostic outcomes in microbiology workflows.
Key Benefits
The BD 23032512 Anaerobic Media Standard 10 provides a dependable means to validate BD BACTEC anaerobic culture performance. Its carefully controlled formulation offers consistent recovery results, ensuring that the systems detection sensors, bottle media, and incubation conditions operate correctly. The sealed, ready-to-use vial minimizes handling steps and reduces contamination risk. By providing predictable qualitative growth patterns, the control vial supports routine laboratory quality assurance, instrument verification, and compliance with regulatory QC standards.
Compatibility and Applications
This product is designed for direct compatibility with BD BACTEC anaerobic blood culture systems, including associated incubators and detection instruments. It is commonly used for:
- Routine quality control verification of BD BACTEC anaerobic bottles
- Performance testing during instrument calibration or maintenance
- Training and competency assessments for laboratory personnel
- Regulatory compliance in accredited clinical microbiology laboratories
The media standard provides a qualitative reference for monitoring anaerobic growth detection, ensuring continued reliability of blood culture diagnostics.
Usage Guidelines
Use aseptic technique when handling the vial. Follow BD BACTEC procedural guidelines by inoculating an anaerobic culture bottle with the contents of the standard vial. Load the bottle into the BACTEC instrument and incubate according to manufacturer recommendations. Monitor detection results, ensuring that expected growth signals occur within the established timeframe. Record QC results per laboratory policy. Store unused vials at recommended temperatures and do not use beyond the products expiration date.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
The BD 23032512 Anaerobic Media Standard 10 is produced in ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified facilities and meets FDA and CE requirements for in vitro diagnostic QC materials. Each lot undergoes stringent testing for sterility, anaerobic performance characteristics, reproducibility, and packaging integrity. BDs GMP-compliant manufacturing ensures consistency across all vials, enabling laboratories to trust their QC and validation processes.
Comparison with Competitor Products
Compared to standard QC media or generic anaerobic controls, BDs dedicated media standard offers superior stability, reproducibility, and system-specific compatibility. Alternative products may not provide consistent anaerobic detection patterns or may require additional preparation steps. BDs tightly controlled formulation ensures predictable system response, making it the preferred QC choice for laboratories using BD BACTEC anaerobic culture systems.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This QC reagent is used by clinical microbiologists, laboratory technologists, and quality assurance personnel in hospital labs, reference laboratories, and public health centers. It is ideal for:
- Daily QC runs for BD BACTEC systems
- Verification after maintenance or software updates
- Accreditation inspections and documentation
- Training new staff on anaerobic blood culture QC procedures
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Inspect each vial before use to ensure packaging integrity. Use only sterile equipment when handling the contents. Follow your facilitys QC schedule and documentation requirements. Store vials under recommended conditions and avoid temperature fluctuations that could impact media performance. Do not attempt to autoclave or reuse vials. Confirm QC results with expected outcomes and investigate any deviations immediately.
Regulatory and Safety Information
The BD 23032512 Anaerobic Media Standard 10 is intended for in vitro diagnostic quality control use only. Handle with standard biosafety level 2 precautions. Although non-pathogenic, the medium should still be treated as a biological material. Wear gloves, lab coats, and eye protection during use. Dispose of used vials and inoculated bottles as biohazard waste according to institutional and regulatory requirements.
How to Order
To purchase the BD 23032512 Anaerobic Media Standard 10 Qualitative Vial for BD BACTEC, add the item to your cart and complete checkout through CIA Medicals secure ordering platform. For large-volume or institutional orders, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or send an inquiry using the contact form on this page. Our team can assist with product availability, pricing, and documentation to support your laboratorys quality control program.
