technique(s)
microbe id | specific enzyme detection: suitable
application(s)
clinical testing
environmental
food and beverages
microbiology
storage temp.
2-8°C
suitability
Moraxella spp.
Enterococcus spp.
Haemophilus spp. (species)
Neisseria spp.
Staphylococcus spp.
Diagnostic Implications
β-Lactamase Strips are test strips for the rapid acidimetric detection of the β-lactamase activity of microorganisms. The test is based on hydrolysis of the β-lactam ring in benzylpenicillin, which results in the production of penicilloic acid. This process causes acidification of the bacterial suspension, and changes the colour of the acidobasic indicator. The acidobasic test for β-lactamase activity is suitable only for the detection of Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Staphylococcus spp. This test is not suitable for the detection of the β-lactamase activity of other microorganisms (Branhamella catarrhalis, Enteroccocus faecalis, Neisseria meningitis, Enterococcus spp. and others). The result of the reaction is read after 2-10 min.
Components
The kit contains:
Plastic strips with an active zone saturated with benzylpenicillin and an acidobasic indicator (Cat. No. 56348) 100 pcs
Moistening solution (Cat. No.23134) 70mL
Plastic strips with an active zone saturated with benzylpenicillin and an acidobasic indicator (Cat. No. 56348) 100 pcs
Moistening solution (Cat. No.23134) 70mL
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Skin Sens. 1
Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 2
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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