BD 231762 - Linezolid Sensi-Disc, Ready-to-Use Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing Disc, 10/CS
The BD 231762 Linezolid Sensi-Disc is a ready-to-use antibiotic susceptibility testing disc designed for disc diffusion (Kirby-Bauer) assays in clinical and research microbiology laboratories. It is specifically formulated to assess bacterial susceptibility to linezolid, a broad-spectrum oxazolidinone antibiotic commonly used against gram-positive infections, including multi-drug resistant strains.
The pre-loaded disc ensures consistent potency, providing accurate and reproducible results for laboratory diagnostics, antimicrobial resistance monitoring, and research applications.
Key Benefits
Ready-to-use disc: Streamlines workflow and reduces preparation time.
Linezolid antibiotic: Targets gram-positive bacteria, including resistant strains.
High-quality BD formulation: Ensures reproducible and reliable susceptibility results.
Versatile application: Suitable for clinical diagnostics, research, and quality control laboratories.
Reliable performance: Provides consistent antimicrobial susceptibility testing results.
Compatibility and Applications
Compatible with standard Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion protocols.
Applications include:
Determining susceptibility of gram-positive bacteria to linezolid.
Clinical microbiology diagnostics for guiding effective antibiotic therapy.
Research studies on bacterial resistance and antimicrobial efficacy.
Quality control testing in pharmaceutical and clinical microbiology laboratories.
Usage Guidelines
Apply the Sensi-Disc to inoculated agar plates using aseptic technique.
Incubate plates at recommended temperatures and durations.
Measure zones of inhibition to determine bacterial susceptibility.
Dispose of used discs according to biohazard protocols.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
Manufactured under ISO-certified processes for quality and consistency.
Complies with laboratory safety standards for antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
Suitable for clinical, research, and educational laboratory environments.
Comparison with Competitor Products
Compared to generic linezolid discs, BD 231762 offers:
Trusted BD quality for reproducible and accurate results.
Pre-loaded, ready-to-use disc for streamlined laboratory workflow.
Optimized disc potency for consistent susceptibility testing.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
Clinical microbiologists, laboratory technicians, researchers, and educators.
Hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, pharmaceutical labs, and research institutions.
Scenarios include routine susceptibility testing, monitoring bacterial resistance, and laboratory quality control.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Handle discs with aseptic technique to prevent contamination.
Store in a controlled environment as per manufacturer guidelines.
Avoid exposure to heat or moisture to maintain disc potency.
Dispose of used discs following biohazard regulations.
Regulatory and Safety Information
The BD 231762 Linezolid Sensi-Disc meets ISO-certified quality standards, ensuring safe, reliable, and reproducible antimicrobial susceptibility testing in clinical and research laboratories.
How to Order
The BD 231762 Linezolid Sensi-Disc is available through CIA Medicals secure online ordering system. Add to your cart and complete checkout.
For bulk orders, pricing inquiries, or product support, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
