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PARA-AMINOSALICYLIC acid (PAS), powder, 5 g [Sigma-A79604]

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STD SASTAPWDPAS5

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Former Code(s): SLASPASA5P-
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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
  • Molecular weight: 153,14 g/mol
  • CAS No: 65-49-6

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

(Cf Introduction: Thermosensitive products)

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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