Rifampin – 1 μg Antibiotic Disc – Bioanalyse

Rifampin – 1 μg Antibiotic Disc – Bioanalyse Overview

The Rifampin – 1 μg Antibiotic Disc – Bioanalyse is a crucial component in antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST), specifically designed for the accurate determination of bacterial sensitivity to rifampin. Each disc is precisely impregnated with 1 microgram (μg) of rifampin, a potent rifamycin antibiotic. This product is indispensable for clinical laboratories and research institutions employing the widely recognized disc diffusion method to guide effective antibiotic therapy, particularly against challenging infections like tuberculosis and leprosy. Its standardized preparation ensures reliable and reproducible results, making it a trusted tool for diagnosing and managing bacterial infections.

Rifampin – 1 μg Antibiotic Disc – Bioanalyse Key Features

• Standardized Rifampin Concentration: Each disc contains a precise 1 μg dose of rifampin for consistent and reproducible susceptibility testing.
• Broad-Spectrum Application: Facilitates the assessment of bacterial susceptibility to rifampin, an antibiotic effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
• Essential for Diverse Infections: Aids in the diagnosis and management of serious conditions including tuberculosis, leprosy, meningitis, bone and joint infections, intra-abdominal infections, sepsis, and Q fever.
• Pre-Surgical Infection Prevention: Supports the evaluation of antibiotic efficacy in preventing post-operative infections.
• User-Friendly Disc Diffusion Method: Designed for straightforward integration into standard laboratory protocols, simplifying the susceptibility testing workflow.
• High-Quality Impregnation: Ensures uniform distribution of the antibiotic for accurate zone of inhibition measurements.

Technical Specifications

• Product Name: Rifampin – 1 μg Antibiotic Disc
• Manufacturer: Bioanalyse
• Antibiotic: Rifampin
• Concentration per Disc: 1 μg
• Testing Method Compatibility: Disc Diffusion Method
• Application: Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST)
• Inhibition Zone Interpretation Standards:
  • Susceptible: ≥ 21 mm
  • Intermediate: 16-20 mm
  • Resistant: < 16 mm
• Limitations: Semi-quantitative results; may not detect all resistance mechanisms (e.g., certain *Mycobacterium tuberculosis* strains). Standardized laboratory procedures are essential for accurate interpretation.