Oxoid Ampicillin 10 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs

Oxoid™ Ampicillin 10 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs

Product Overview

Oxoid™ Ampicillin 10 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs are designed for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) in clinical, diagnostic, and research microbiology laboratories. These discs are used in the disc diffusion method to determine the sensitivity of bacterial isolates to the antibiotic ampicillin.

Ampicillin is a broad-spectrum β-lactam antibiotic commonly used to treat infections caused by both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Using Oxoid antimicrobial susceptibility discs helps laboratories accurately classify bacterial strains as susceptible, intermediate, or resistant, assisting healthcare professionals in selecting the most appropriate antibiotic therapy.

Key Features

• Precise Antibiotic Potency: Each disc contains 10 µg of Ampicillin for reliable antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

• Suitable for Disc Diffusion AST: Designed for routine use in microbiology laboratories performing standard susceptibility testing.

• Convenient Cartridge Format: Supplied in spring-loaded cartridges for easy dispensing and safe handling.

• Moisture-Protected Packaging: Individually sealed cartridges contain desiccant to maintain low moisture levels and ensure disc stability.

• High Manufacturing Standards: Produced by Thermo Fisher Scientific following strict quality control processes.

Applications

Oxoid Ampicillin 10 µg discs are widely used for in vitro antimicrobial susceptibility testing of bacterial isolates. These discs are commonly used in:

• Clinical microbiology laboratories

• Hospital diagnostic laboratories

• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology research laboratories

• Public health laboratories

The disc diffusion method allows laboratories to evaluate antibiotic activity and visually detect factors such as:

• Bacterial growth inhibition zones

• Resistant bacterial strains

• Inoculum density and culture quality

• Interaction between antimicrobial agents

Product Specifications

Benefits for Laboratories

• Ensures accurate detection of bacterial susceptibility to ampicillin

• Provides consistent and reproducible laboratory results

• Easy-to-use cartridge system for routine microbiology workflows

• Reliable performance for clinical diagnostics and microbiological research

• Manufactured under strict quality standards for dependable testing

Conclusion

Oxoid™ Ampicillin 10 µg Antimicrobial Susceptibility Discs provide a reliable and efficient solution for routine antimicrobial susceptibility testing in microbiology laboratories. Manufactured by Thermo Fisher Scientific, these discs deliver consistent antibiotic potency and dependable results, helping laboratories accurately evaluate bacterial resistance and support effective infection treatment.