Oxoid X Factor Discs

Oxoid X Factor Discs – Reliable Growth Enhancement for Fastidious Bacteria

Oxoid X Factor Discs are precision‑manufactured diagnostic test discs specifically designed to support the growth of fastidious bacteria in antimicrobial susceptibility and culture testing. These discs are essential in clinical microbiology laboratories for accurate identification and culture of organisms requiring the X (hemin) growth factor.

What Are Oxoid X Factor Discs?

Oxoid X Factor Discs are filter‑paper discs impregnated with the X growth factor (hemin) — a vital nutrient component for certain bacterial species that cannot synthesize it themselves. When placed on culture media, these discs provide a localized source of X factor, promoting growth of fastidious organisms such as Haemophilus spp. and aiding disc diffusion susceptibility testing.

Key Features

• High‑Quality Laboratory Standard: Manufactured to meet strict quality controls for microbiology use.
• Facilitates Fastidious Organism Growth: Provides essential X (hemin) factor to support microbial culture.
• Easy to Use: Simply place on suitable agar to enhance growth where needed.
• Consistent and Reliable: Ensures reproducible results in diagnostic workflows.

Applications of Oxoid X Factor Discs

• Supportive growth for fastidious bacteria like Haemophilus influenzae
• Supplemental factor discs in susceptibility testing
• Clinical diagnostic laboratories for identification and culture
• Research and teaching labs needing targeted growth enhancement

Why Choose Oxoid X Factor Discs?

• Trusted Brand: Oxoid is a globally recognized leader in microbiological reagents and culture supplements.
• Accurate Results: Helps laboratories achieve reliable culture growth for organisms that require X factor.
• Compliance and Quality: Manufactured under stringent quality standards for reproducibility.

Important Note

Oxoid X Factor Discs are for laboratory use only. They are not therapeutic agents and should not be used as medications. Use only in controlled microbiology environments, following all safety protocols when handling cultures and reagents.