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PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC acid (PAS), powder, 5 g [Sigma-A79604]
STD
SASTAPWDPAS5
Valid Article
Account code:
60200
HS Code:
382290
Last Updated on:
12/04/2024, 15:55:46
Former
Code(s):
SLASPASA5P-
Single use
A single-use device, also referred to as a disposable device, is intended for use on one patient during a single procedure. It is not intended to be reprocessed (i.e., cleaned and disinfected or sterilized).
W0104010699 - Media for mycobacteria cultures - manual & automated (for ast drugs , supplements) - other
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PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC acid (PAS)
Reserved for TB culture programmes.
Definition
Antimycobacterial used for drug susceptibility testing of M. tuberculosis complex.
Synonym
Para-aminosalicylic acid (PAS), 4- Aminosalicilic acid, 4-Amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid
Specifications
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Technical specifications
- Powder
- Beige colour
- Formula: C7H7NO3
Packaging & Labelling
5 g in glass vial
Transport not regulated
Instructions for use
- For the procedure of stock solution and working solution preparations, refer to Tuberculosis Culture Laboratory, MSF-ITM, 2014.
- The drug working solution is added to the medium during preparation (agar or LJ) or prior to inoculation (MGIT broth tubes).
Storage
- Keep refrigerated between 2º C and 8º C
- Do not freeze
- Keep in a dry and well-ventilated place
- Keep container tightly closed
- Keep away from direct sunlight
- Store under an inert atmosphere
Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008
- Eye irritation: Category 2
Signal Word
Warning
| H315 | Causes skin irritation |
| H319 | Causes serious eye irritation |
| H335 | May cause respiratory irritation |
| P261 | Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. |
| P280 | Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection |
| P302 + P352 | IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water |
| P305 + P351 + P338 | IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing |
MSF requirements
PAS is a drug used against M. tuberculosis complex. The test is performed to investigate resistance of the mycobacterium to this antibiotic. It can be used for liquid and solid cultures.
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