Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Cefsulodin Antimicrobial Susceptibility Disks, 30 μg
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Specifications:
Application | Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Resistance Testing (AST) |
Storage Temperature | -20°C |
Product Type | Antibiotic Disc |
Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™, Oxoid |
Product Grade | Microbiology grade |
Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Cefsulodin Antimicrobial Susceptibility Disks are designed for use in manual antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) of microorganisms using the disk diffusion method. Each disc is pre-loaded with 30 µg of Cefsulodin, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic effective primarily against Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Yersinia enterocolitica.
These high-quality disks enable accurate classification of bacterial isolates as susceptible, intermediate, or resistant, while also offering a visual indication of additional microbiological phenomena such as resistant mutants, inoculum density, and beta-lactamase activity.
Key Features and Benefits
- Preloaded with 30 µg Cefsulodin: Ensures consistent and reliable results across batches.
- Spring-Loaded Cartridge Format: Easy to dispense, minimizes risk of contamination or breakage.
- Cartridge Protection: Individually sealed with desiccant, maintaining <2% moisture for extended shelf life.
- Visual Indicators: Supports detection of resistance mechanisms, antagonism, or synergy between antibiotics.
- Conforms to Standards: Compliant with DIN and SFM guidelines for AST.
- Part of Thermo Scientific’s Oxoid Range: Known for reliable, validated, and IVD-compliant microbiology tools.
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
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Antibiotic Agent | Cefsulodin |
Concentration per Disc | 30 µg |
Format | Filter paper discs, 6 mm diameter |
Delivery System | Spring-loaded cartridges |
Quantity per Cartridge | 50 discs |
Packaging | 5 cartridges per pack (250 discs total) |
Storage | Dry and cool conditions (as per manufacturer’s guidelines) |
Certification/Compliance | DIN, SFM guidelines |
Test Type | Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) |
Intended Use | In Vitro Diagnostic Use (IVD) |
Applications
- Phenotypic resistance profiling in clinical microbiology
- Detection of Pseudomonas and Yersinia susceptibility patterns
- Confirmation of beta-lactam resistance
- Evaluation of synergistic or antagonistic antibiotic interactions
- Inoculum quality assessment in AST protocols
Packaging Information
Catalog Number | Packaging Format | Unit Size |
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CT0263B | 5 × 50 discs (cartridge format) | 250 discs (5 cartridges) |
The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Cefsulodin 30 µg Discs provide a trusted solution for manual AST by offering standardized, reliable performance across routine diagnostic and research microbiology applications. With their secure cartridge system, compliance with international standards, and suitability for detecting key Gram-negative pathogens, these discs support high-quality, reproducible antimicrobial susceptibility testing.