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Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Sabouraud Dextrose Agar with Chloramphenicol, 90mm Plates
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| Application | Microbiology | ||
| Storage Temperature | 2-8°C | ||
| Product Type | Culture Medium | Forms | Solid |
| Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™, Oxoid | ||
| Product Grade | Microbiology grade | ||
Thermo Scientific™ Sabouraud Dextrose Agar (SDA) with Chloramphenicol is a ready-to-use, selective culture medium formulated for the isolation, cultivation, and differentiation of dermatophytes, yeasts, and other pathogenic or environmental fungi. The acidic pH and antibiotic additive (chloramphenicol) inhibit bacterial overgrowth while allowing for optimal fungal recovery and morphological development.
This medium is particularly effective in identifying Candida spp., such as Candida albicans and Candida glabrata, which together account for up to 70–80% of clinical yeast isolates. It is also widely used for environmental monitoring and sterility testing, making it suitable for use in both clinical and pharmaceutical quality control laboratories.
Key Features and Benefits
- Selective Medium: Contains chloramphenicol to inhibit bacterial growth while promoting fungal isolation
- Acidic pH: Enhances the recovery of dermatophytes and yeasts by suppressing competing flora
- Ready-to-Use Format: Pre-poured 90 mm plates reduce prep time and standardize testing conditions
- Clear Straw Color: Enables easier visualization of colony morphology and pigmentation
- Broad Sample Compatibility: Suitable for skin, hair, nails, genital, respiratory, and urine samples
- Environmental Monitoring: Useful in detecting fungal contaminants in cleanrooms and production environments
- In Vitro Diagnostic Use: Ideal for clinical labs dealing with immunocompromised patient specimens
Product Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Catalog Number | PO0161A |
| Media Type | Sabouraud Dextrose Agar with Chloramphenicol (SDA with CAM) |
| Format | 90 mm Monoplate |
| Fill Weight | 19.5 g ± 1.0 g |
| Quantity per Pack | 10 plates |
| Appearance (Prepared) | Straw-colored, clear |
| Packaging Type | Flow wrapped, single layer |
| Shelf Life | 9 weeks |
| Storage Conditions | 2°C to 10°C |
| Manufacturing Origin | United Kingdom |
| Intended Use | For in vitro diagnosis of fungi and yeasts |
Applications
- Isolation and differentiation of fungi and yeasts from clinical specimens
- Routine diagnosis of dermatophyte infections (skin, scalp, nail)
- Detection of Candida spp. in respiratory, urinary, or mucocutaneous samples
- Environmental fungal monitoring in cleanrooms and pharmaceutical facilities
- Sterility testing in manufacturing environments
- Fungal screening in immunocompromised patients
Thermo Scientific™ Sabouraud Dextrose Agar with Chloramphenicol (PO0161A) is a trusted, ready-to-use fungal culture medium offering selectivity, clarity, and diagnostic precision. Designed for both clinical diagnostics and environmental monitoring, this media plays a key role in the identification of pathogenic fungi and supports effective infection control and quality assurance workflows.