Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Novobiocin Selective Supplement, 10mg/vial

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Novobiocin Selective Supplement (10mg/vial) is a freeze-dried antibiotic additive designed for use in selective microbiological culture media. By inhibiting the growth of Gram-positive cocci, Novobiocin enhances the isolation and identification of Gram-negative bacteria, including critical pathogens in food, clinical, and environmental samples.

This supplement is widely used to enrich and improve the specificity of several standard media formulations, making it a versatile tool for diagnostic laboratories and research applications.

Key Features

1. High-Quality Novobiocin

• Contains 10mg of Novobiocin per vial, ensuring effective inhibition of Gram-positive organisms, such as staphylococci.

2. Versatile Application Across Media

• Used to enhance the selectivity of several microbiological media, including:
  • EC Broth (Part No. CM0990B)
  • Muller-Kauffmann Tetrathionate-Novobiocin Broth Base (Part No. CM0343B)
  • Brilliant Green Agar (Part No. CM0263B)
  • Modified Rappaport-Vassiliadis (MRSV) Broth (Part No. CM0910B)
  • Modified Tryptone Soya Broth (Part No. CM0989B)
  • Lysine Iron Agar, Modified (Part No. CM0886B)

3. Enhanced Selectivity

• Inhibits Gram-positive bacteria while promoting the growth of target Gram-negative organisms, ensuring more reliable isolation and differentiation.

4. Ready-to-Use Format

• Freeze-dried supplement is easy to reconstitute and incorporate into media formulations with minimal effort.

5. Broad Compatibility

• Effective across a wide range of diagnostic and research microbiology applications, from food safety testing to clinical diagnostics.

Applications

1. Food and Water Testing

• Improves selectivity in media used for detecting foodborne pathogens, such as Salmonella and other coliforms.

2. Clinical Diagnostics

• Enhances the isolation of Gram-negative bacteria from complex clinical samples, including stool and blood.

3. Research and Development

• Supports studies on microbial resistance and bacterial identification.

4. Environmental Monitoring

• Applied in the detection and enumeration of bacterial contaminants in environmental samples.

Storage and Handling

1. Storage Conditions:
   • Store at 2–8°C to maintain stability and potency.
   • Keep away from light and moisture.
2. Shelf Life:
   • Typically stable for up to 2 years under recommended storage conditions.
3. Preparation:
   • Reconstitute the supplement in the appropriate volume of sterile diluent.
   • Add the reconstituted solution to the base medium as instructed.

Specifications

Advantages

1. Enhanced Selectivity:
   • Inhibits Gram-positive bacteria, allowing the growth and differentiation of Gram-negative pathogens.
2. Versatility Across Media:
   • Compatible with several Oxoid media formulations to suit various testing requirements.
3. Reliable Performance:
   • Ensures reproducible results across different applications, from clinical diagnostics to food testing.
4. Ease of Use:
   • Ready-to-use freeze-dried format simplifies preparation and integration into workflows.

Why Choose Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Novobiocin Selective Supplement?

The Oxoid Novobiocin Selective Supplement (10mg/vial) is an essential addition to selective media formulations, enhancing their reliability and specificity. Its compatibility with widely used media such as EC Broth, Brilliant Green Agar, and MRSV Broth makes it a versatile and indispensable tool for microbiological testing in diverse settings. Whether for clinical, food safety, or environmental testing, this supplement ensures accurate and efficient bacterial isolation.