Optochin Disks [50 Discs]

The optochin test is a useful diagnostic aid for identification/differentiation of pneumococci and viridans streptococci.Optochin (ethyl hydrocuprein hydrochloride) is inhibitory for pneumococcal growth whereas other streptococci show good growth or a very small zone of inhibition. This test is performed for the diagnosis of pneumococcal infections.

Optochin Disks has been used to identify pneumococci.

Sterile filter paper discs (50pcs) impregnated with optochin