Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Nutrient Broth (Dehydrated), 500G

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Nutrient Broth (Dehydrated) is a versatile, general-purpose liquid medium designed to support the growth of a wide range of non-fastidious microorganisms. Its nutrient-rich formulation, including beef extract, peptone, glucose, yeast extract, and sodium chloride, provides essential nitrogen, carbon, vitamins, and trace elements necessary for microbial proliferation. Ideal for various microbiological applications, it is suitable for cultivating, maintaining, and preparing microorganisms for biochemical and serological analyses.

Key Features

1. Nutrient-Rich Composition:
   • Contains beef extract and peptone as primary nutrient sources for bacterial growth.
   • Supplemented with glucose, yeast extract, and sodium chloride to provide balanced nutrition for non-fastidious microorganisms.
2. Versatile Applications:
   • Suitable for cultivating a broad spectrum of bacteria from clinical, environmental, and industrial samples.
   • Can be enriched for specific purposes, such as enhancing the growth of more fastidious organisms.
3. High Yield:
   • One 500g package prepares 38.5 liters of medium, making it cost-effective for high-throughput laboratories.
4. Easy Preparation:
   • Dehydrated powder format simplifies medium preparation while ensuring consistent performance.
5. Flexible Use:
   • Supports general cultivation, microbial maintenance, and preparation for further biochemical or serological testing.

Specifications

Applications

1. Microbial Cultivation:
   • Used to grow non-fastidious microorganisms for research, clinical diagnostics, and industrial processes.
2. Microbial Maintenance:
   • Suitable for maintaining pure cultures in laboratories.
3. Biochemical Testing:
   • Prepares microorganisms for downstream biochemical or serological analyses.
4. Teaching and Research:
   • Ideal for microbiology demonstrations and experimental studies.
5. Custom Enrichment:
   • Can be enriched with additional components to support the growth of more demanding microorganisms.

Advantages

1. Wide Spectrum Use:
   • Supports the growth of diverse bacterial species.
2. Cost-Effective:
   • High yield of 38.5 liters per 500g makes it economical for laboratories.
3. Consistency:
   • Dehydrated formulation ensures reproducibility across batches.
4. Ease of Use:
   • Pre-measured and ready-to-dissolve powder simplifies preparation and reduces errors.

Preparation Instructions

1. Suspend 13g of the dehydrated powder in 1 liter of distilled or deionized water.
2. Mix thoroughly until fully dissolved.
3. Sterilize by autoclaving at 121°C for 15 minutes.
4. Cool to appropriate temperature before use.

Storage and Stability

• Storage Conditions:
  • Store at 10-30°C in a dry, sealed container to prevent moisture absorption.
• Shelf Life:
  • Stable for the duration of the labeled shelf life when stored under recommended conditions.

Intended Use

A general-purpose fluid medium for the cultivation of microorganisms that are not exacting in their nutritional requirements. It can also be enriched to support the growth of more fastidious organisms.

Packaging

• Unit Size: 500g.
• Yield: Prepares 38.5 liters of medium.
• Form: Dehydrated powder.

Why Choose Oxoid™ Nutrient Broth?

1. Trusted Performance:
   • Manufactured by Thermo Scientific™, a leading name in laboratory products.
2. Versatility:
   • Can be used across multiple applications in clinical, research, and industrial settings.
3. High Nutrient Availability:
   • Promotes robust growth for a wide range of bacterial species.
4. Customizable:
   • Easily adaptable for specific enrichment requirements.

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Nutrient Broth (Dehydrated, 500g) is a reliable, versatile, and cost-effective choice for cultivating non-fastidious microorganisms. Its balanced composition and ease of preparation make it suitable for diverse applications, including microbial culture maintenance, biochemical testing, and research studies. This general-purpose medium is an indispensable tool for microbiology laboratories worldwide.