Oxoid 40% Urea Solution, 5Ml, 10/Pkt

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Urea 40% Solution is a liquid reagent designed for the preparation of Urea medium, commonly used to differentiate Enterobacteriaceae and other microorganisms based on their ability to produce urease. Each vial is calibrated to prepare 100mL of medium, ensuring accuracy and convenience in microbiological applications.

Key Features

1. Ready-to-Use:
   • Pre-prepared 40% urea solution for easy addition to culture media.
2. Specific for Urease Testing:
   • Supports differentiation of urease-positive organisms, such as Proteus spp., from other members of the Enterobacteriaceae family.
3. Accurate and Reliable:
   • Consistent formulation ensures reproducible results in microbiological testing.
4. Convenient Packaging:
   • Supplied in vials (10 x 5mL) for precise preparation of medium.

Specifications

Applications

1. Clinical Microbiology:
   • Differentiates urease-positive bacteria, such as Proteus, Klebsiella, and Helicobacter pylori, from urease-negative species.
2. Food and Environmental Microbiology:
   • Identifies urease activity in microorganisms isolated from food, water, or environmental samples.
3. Research:
   • Studies the metabolic activity of bacteria in producing urease.

Preparation Instructions

1. Prepare the desired culture medium base according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Add the contents of one vial (5mL) of Oxoid Urea 40% Solution to 100mL of cooled, sterile medium.
3. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
4. Use the prepared medium for testing urease activity.

Advantages

• High Convenience: Pre-prepared solution eliminates the need for complex handling or dilution.
• Reliable Performance: Consistent formulation ensures reproducible results.
• Versatile Applications: Compatible with various culture media for urease differentiation.
• Accurate Results: Designed for precise urease activity testing.

Packaging

• Quantity: 10 vials, each containing 5mL of 40% urea solution.
• Yield: Each vial supplements 100mL of medium.

Why Choose Oxoid Urea 40% Solution?

• Ideal for preparing Urea medium for urease activity differentiation.
• Trusted by microbiologists for clinical, food, and environmental testing.
• Backed by Thermo Scientific’s commitment to quality and reliability.