Anaerobic KV Blood Agar (CDC Formulation) With Kanamycin and Vancomycin - Pack of 10

Isolate and cultivate anaerobic organisms, including fastidious strains using the solid medium Remel Anaerobic KV Blood Agar (CDC formulation) with kanamycin and vancomycin.

• • Selective: Kanamycin and vancomycin are antibiotics that inhibit gram-positive organisms and facultative anaerobic bacteria and select for gram-negative bacilli.
• • Ready-to-use: Convenience of prepared media.

Anaerobic Blood Agar (CDC) base contains peptones that supply nitrogenous substances and amino acids necessary for the growth of anaerobic bacteria. Yeast extract provides B-complex vitamins and serves as a growth enhancer. Hemin, vitamin K, and sheep blood stimulate the growth of anaerobes. Sodium chloride is a source of essential electrolytes and maintains osmotic equilibrium. Kanamycin and vancomycin are antibiotics that inhibit gram-positive organisms and facultative anaerobic bacteria and select for gram-negative bacilli.