Used for the isolation, cultivation, and detection of hemolytic activity of a variety of fastidious microorganisms
Media is usually prepared with 5 to 10% blood
pH: 7.4
Dehydrated Appearance: beige, homogeneous powder
Prepared Appearance: Plain – medium to dark amber agar With 5% sheep blood – cherry red agar
Soluble in boiling water
Contains:
- Pancreatic Digest of Casein
- Peptic Digest of Animal Tissue
- Sodium Chloride
- Agar
- Liver Digest
- Yeast Extract