0
Specifications:
| 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™ Brilliance™ VRE Agar is a selective, chromogenic medium designed for the rapid screening and presumptive identification of vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) directly from rectal or fecal clinical samples. This medium enables healthcare laboratories to detect colonization within 24 hours, supporting infection control protocols and timely treatment decisions.
The formulation utilizes two targeted chromogens to differentiate between Enterococcus faecium and Enterococcus faecalis. A semi-opaque background enhances visual clarity, making colony interpretation easier and more reliable. Light blue colonies indicate E. faecalis, while E. faecium colonies appear indigo to purple due to their additional enzymatic activity.
Key Features
-
Differential Chromogenic Technology:
- E. faecalis: Light blue colonies
- E. faecium: Indigo/purple colonies
- Rapid Results: Presumptive identification within 24 hours
-
Enhanced Specificity:
- Suppresses growth of less clinically significant VanC organisms (E. gallinarum, E. casseliflavus)
- Selectively detects VanA and VanB-mediated resistance
- Improved Visibility: Semi-opaque agar enhances contrast for accurate interpretation
- Professional Use: Designed for clinical laboratories and healthcare institutions
Intended Use
Brilliance™ VRE Agar is a qualitative chromogenic medium intended for the screening of vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium and Enterococcus faecalis from fecal or rectal specimens. This medium supports surveillance and treatment workflows by enabling the rapid classification of VRE-colonized patients.
Applications
- VRE surveillance in hospital and clinical environments
- Screening of high-risk patients in infection control units
- Differentiation of E. faecium from E. faecalis in AST workflows
- Diagnostic support in managing antimicrobial resistance
Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Chromogenic Agar |
| Description | Brilliance VRE Agar |
| Format | 90 mm Monoplate |
| Color | Pale buff, opaque |
| Packaging | 10 plates per pack |
| Fill Weight | 19.5 g ± 1.0 g |
| Shelf Life | 10 weeks |
| Storage Conditions | 2°C to 10°C |
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Compliance | Intended for professional laboratory use only |
Thermo Scientific™ Brilliance™ VRE Agar delivers fast, reliable, and visually distinct results for the early detection of VRE colonization. Its precise formulation, rapid turnaround, and differentiation power make it a trusted tool for infection prevention programs and clinical microbiology labs worldwide.