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Liofilchem® Legionella (BMPA) supplement, 10 vials
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| Application | Microbiology | ||
| Storage Temperature | 2-8°C | ||
| Product Type | Supplement | Forms | Freeze Dried |
| Product Brand | Liofilchem | ||
| Product Grade | Microbiology grade | ||
The Liofilchem® Legionella (BMPA) Supplement is a lyophilized additive formulated to prepare selective agar media for the detection and isolation of Legionella species from environmental and clinical samples. Used in combination with Legionella Agar Base (Refs. 610049, 620049), this supplement provides the selective agents necessary to inhibit background flora and promote the growth of Legionella.
Key Features
- Selective supplement: Enhances isolation of Legionella spp. by suppressing competing microorganisms.
- Antibiotic combination: Contains Anisomycin (0.8 mg), Cefamandole (0.4 mg), and Polymyxin B (8000 UI) per vial.
- Easy preparation: Reconstitute one vial in 2 mL sterile distilled water and add to 100 mL of sterilized Legionella Agar Base cooled to 50 °C.
- Lyophilized vials: Ensures long shelf life and stable storage.
- ISO-aligned: Suitable for laboratories following international guidelines for Legionella detection and enumeration.
Applications
- Water testing laboratories – monitoring cooling towers, spas, and hospital water systems.
- Environmental microbiology – detection of Legionella in soil, water, and air samples.
- Clinical microbiology – confirmation of Legionella colonies from selective media.
- Research laboratories – epidemiological studies and method validation.
Kit Contents
- 10 lyophilized vials of Legionella (BMPA) Supplement.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Legionella (BMPA) Supplement |
| Reference Number | 81002 |
| Format | 10 vials (for 100 mL of medium each) |
| For Use With | Legionella Agar Base (Refs. 610049 – 500 g, 620049 – 100 g) |
| Storage | 5–12 °C |
| Shelf Life | 3 years |
| Active Components (per vial) | Anisomycin 0.8 mg, Cefamandole 0.4 mg, Polymyxin B 8000 UI |
Preparation Instructions
- Reconstitute one vial in 2 mL sterile distilled water.
- Mix until dissolved.
- Add aseptically to 100 mL of autoclaved Legionella Agar Base cooled to 50 °C.
- Mix well and distribute into sterile containers.
The Liofilchem® Legionella (BMPA) Supplement is a reliable, selective additive for preparing agar media in compliance with international Legionella testing standards. By combining antifungal and antibacterial agents, it ensures the effective suppression of competing microorganisms, enabling accurate isolation and enumeration of Legionella spp. in environmental and clinical testing.