BD 297691 - Sabouraud Brain Heart Infusion Slant Enriched Fungal and Yeast Culture Medium, 100/CA
The BD 297691 Sabouraud Brain Heart Infusion (BHI) Slant is a dual-enriched culture medium designed to support the growth, recovery, and maintenance of a wide range of fungi, yeasts, and pathogenic molds. By combining the carbohydrate-rich Sabouraud formulation with nutrient-dense Brain Heart Infusion, this slant provides an optimized environment for both routine and fastidious fungal isolates. Its slanted format maximizes surface area, enhances aeration, and makes it ideal for long-term storage and subculturing.
Key Benefits
This BHI-enriched Sabouraud slant delivers superior recovery of fungal organisms, including dermatophytes, Candida species, and environmental molds. The balanced nutrient profile supports robust colony formation and preserves morphological characteristics essential for identification. BDs strict production standards ensure consistent pH, clarity, and nutrient concentration, promoting reliable, reproducible results across clinical and research applications.
Compatibility and Applications
The BD Sabouraud BHI Slant is compatible with standard fungal culture workflows and is widely used for:
- Primary isolation of yeasts and molds
- Maintenance and stock culturing of fungal isolates
- Dermatophyte identification and subculturing
- Mycology research studies requiring enhanced growth conditions
- Environmental fungal surveillance in healthcare and laboratory settings
Usage Guidelines
Inoculate the slant surface using an aseptic technique. Incubate at the temperature appropriate for the organism, usually between 2530C for fungal cultures. Some pathogenic yeasts may require incubation at 3537C. Inspect growth periodically for colony morphology, pigmentation, and texture. Store unused slants at 28C, protected from light to preserve medium integrity.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
BD fungal culture media are produced in ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified facilities. This slant meets FDA and CE requirements for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) use. Every batch undergoes quality control testing for sterility, pH accuracy, and recovery of reference fungal strains.
Comparison with Competitor Products
Compared with traditional Sabouraud-only slants, BDs Sabouraud BHI formulation offers enhanced nutrient availability, supporting faster growth and better recovery of fastidious or slow-growing fungi. Competitor products may show variable nutrient distribution or inconsistent hydration. BDs precise batch manufacturing ensures superior reproducibility and clearer fungal morphology.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This slant is used by:
- Clinical microbiology laboratories performing routine mycology testing
- Research laboratories studying fungal physiology or pathogenicity
- Environmental testing labs monitoring fungal contamination
- Public health labs performing outbreak or surveillance testing
- Academic programs providing fungal identification training
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Avoid excess moisture on the surface, as pooling can distort colony morphology. Keep slants capped securely during incubation to prevent dehydration. For long-term culture maintenance, store slants in a cool environment and periodically subculture isolates per laboratory protocol. Discard slants showing signs of contamination or drying.
Regulatory and Safety Information
For in vitro diagnostic use only. Handle all fungal isolates following biosafety level 2 practices. Use appropriate PPE and dispose of used slants in accordance with institutional biohazard waste regulations.
How to Order
To order the BD 297691 Sabouraud Brain Heart Infusion Slant, add the item to your cart and complete checkout through CIA Medicals secure ordering system. For bulk orders, laboratory supply agreements, or additional technical support, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or submit an inquiry using the contact form on this page.
