BD Difco™ Salmonella VI Antigen

BD Difco™ Salmonella VI Antigen is a specialized reagent used for the serological identification and typing of Salmonella Typhi based on the presence of the Vi antigen, a surface polysaccharide antigen unique to certain strains. This reagent is essential in diagnostic microbiology and research applications for differentiating typhoid-causing Salmonella Typhi from other Salmonella species.

Product Description

• Product Name: BD Difco™ Salmonella VI Antigen
• Type: Serotyping reagent for Salmonella Typhi
• Antigen Specificity: Detects the Vi antigen, a capsular polysaccharide antigen associated with Salmonella Typhi.
• Format: Liquid or lyophilized reagent (depending on specific product specifications).

Key Features

1. High Specificity: Designed for accurate detection of the Vi antigen in Salmonella Typhi isolates.
2. Reliable Performance: Provides consistent results for serotyping in clinical and research laboratories.
3. Standardized Reagent: Manufactured to meet quality control standards, ensuring reproducibility across tests.
4. Ease of Use: Compatible with standard serological testing methods.
5. Broad Applicability: Suitable for clinical diagnostics, epidemiological studies, and public health surveillance.

Applications

• Serotyping of Salmonella Typhi: Identifies strains based on the presence of the Vi antigen.
• Typhoid Fever Diagnostics: Assists in confirming Salmonella Typhi infections.
• Epidemiological Studies: Supports monitoring of typhoid outbreaks and strain differentiation.
• Quality Control: Ensures accurate and reproducible results in laboratory settings.

Usage Instructions

• Used in slide agglutination tests to detect the Vi antigen in Salmonella Typhi.
• Follow laboratory protocols and product-specific instructions for accurate results.

Storage and Stability

• Storage Conditions: Store at 2–8°C to maintain reagent integrity and performance.
• Shelf Life: Check the product label for the recommended expiration date.

Safety and Handling

• Handle with standard microbiological safety precautions.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during use.

BD Difco™ Salmonella VI Antigen is a trusted tool for laboratories conducting serological identification of Salmonella Typhi, offering accuracy and reliability in differentiating typhoid-causing strains from other Salmonella species.