Description
General description
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.
Application
Optochin Disks has been used to identify pneumococci.
Packaging
Sterile filter paper discs (50pcs) impregnated with optochin
PROPERTIES
product line
BioChemika
form
disc
shelf life
limited shelf life, expiry date on the label
technique(s)
microbe id | susceptibility testing: suitable
application(s)
clinical testing
food and beverages
microbiology
storage temp.
2-8°C
suitability
Pneumococcus spp.
Streptococcus viridans
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