Gentamicin Antibiotic Disk – Himedia

Gentamicin Antibiotic Disk – Himedia Overview

The Gentamicin Antibiotic Disk – Himedia is a critical diagnostic tool engineered for precise antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) in clinical and research laboratories. Utilizing the established disc diffusion method, these high-quality disks enable healthcare professionals and scientists to accurately determine the sensitivity, intermediate resistance, or resistance of microbial pathogens to Gentamicin, a vital antibiotic. This visual and quantitative assessment is essential for guiding effective treatment strategies, combating antibiotic resistance, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Gentamicin Antibiotic Disk – Himedia Key Features

• Shatterproof Spring-Loaded Cartridges: Designed for enhanced user safety and ease of handling, minimizing breakage risk.
• Clear, Easy-to-Read Labeling: Ensures rapid identification and selection of the correct antibiotic disk for your testing needs.
• End-of-Cartridge Indicators: Provide clear visual cues for efficient workflow management and to prevent errors during dispensing.
• Moisture-Controlled Packaging: Each cartridge is individually sealed with a desiccant, maintaining a moisture level below 2% for extended shelf life and consistent performance.
• Comprehensive Diagnostic Insight: Beyond categorizing organism response (resistant, intermediate, sensitive), these disks offer visual indications of inoculum level, presence of contamination, resistant mutants, beta-lactamase activity, and antagonism/synergy between antibiotics.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Himedia
• Product Type: Antibiotic Disk (Gentamicin)
• Method: Disc Diffusion
• Cartridge Design: Shatterproof, spring-loaded
• Moisture Content: <2% (individually sealed with desiccant)
• Stability: Long-term, ensured by sealed packaging
• Application: Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST)