Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Legionella MWY Selective Supplement

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Legionella MWY Selective Supplement (Freeze-dried) is designed for the isolation and detection of Legionella pneumophila from potable water samples. This supplement is used in conjunction with Legionella MWY Agar Base, enhancing the medium's selectivity and promoting the recovery of Legionella spp. in compliance with water quality testing protocols.

Key Features

1. Selective Supplement:
   • Enhances isolation of Legionella pneumophila, suppressing non-target organisms.
2. Potable Water Testing:
   • Specifically designed for detecting Legionella spp. in potable water samples.
3. Freeze-Dried Format:
   • Convenient and long-lasting, ensuring stability and ease of use in laboratory workflows.
4. Reliable Results:
   • Delivers consistent and reproducible results for Legionella pneumophila isolation.

Applications

1. Water Microbiology

• Detection and isolation of Legionella pneumophila from drinking water samples.

2. Environmental Monitoring

• Testing of water systems, cooling towers, and potable water supplies for Legionella contamination.

3. Public Health and Research

• Studies on Legionella spp. in relation to Legionnaires' disease and water safety compliance.

Specifications

Preparation Instructions

1. Reconstitute: Rehydrate the freeze-dried supplement with sterile distilled water as directed.
2. Incorporate into Agar: Add the rehydrated supplement to Legionella MWY Agar Base before autoclaving or as per protocol.
3. Dispense: Pour the supplemented medium into sterile Petri dishes and allow to solidify.

Advantages

1. Enhanced Selectivity: Effectively suppresses non-Legionella organisms while promoting Legionella growth.
2. User-Friendly: Freeze-dried format ensures ease of preparation and consistent results.
3. Wide Application: Suitable for potable water testing and environmental monitoring workflows.
4. Reliable Detection: Ensures accurate recovery of Legionella pneumophila from water samples.

Storage and Stability

• Storage: Store the freeze-dried supplement at 2–8°C in a dry environment.
• Shelf Life: Refer to product label for expiration date.

Packaging

• Product: Legionella MWY Selective Supplement (Freeze-dried)
• Quantity: Supplied in vials for preparing specified volumes of medium.

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Legionella MWY Selective Supplement (Freeze-dried) is an essential tool for the detection and isolation of Legionella pneumophila from potable water samples. Its selective properties, compatibility with Legionella MWY Agar Base, and user-friendly format make it a reliable choice for microbiology laboratories focused on water quality and public health compliance.