(API system) ZYM B reagent (NH,STAPH,STREP), kit [BMX-70493]
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ZYM B, API reagent (Staph, NH, Coryne, Strep)
Definition
ZYM B reagent is used with API strips Staph for the identification of Staphylococcus, with API NH for the identification of Neisseria and Haemophilus (and other strips: Strep and Coryne) .
Specifications
Components
R1: Methanol and Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO)
R2: Fast Blue BB
Technical specifications
R1: Liquid colourless or nearly colourless.
R2: Off-white powder.
After reconstitution: Yellow to amber.
Packaging & Labelling
Kit composed of 2 x 5 ml of R1 and 2 x 0,007 g of R2.
Transport Dangerous Goods
R1:
- UN1992
- Class: 3 (6.1)
- Packing group: III
- Proper shipping name: Flammable liquid, toxic, n.s.o. (Méthanol Solution)
Instructions for use
- Follow the instructions of the package insert.
- Allow the reagent to come to room temperature before use.
- Make sure that the reagent is put back in the fridge immediately after use.
- ZYM B reagent should be destroyed as soon as it turn a shade of orange.
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Precautions for Use
All biological samples must be considered as potentially infectious and handled with the usual precautions (compulsory wearing of gloves, hand washing, etc.).
Storage
- Store between 2°C and 8°C.
- Store in the dark.
- Sensitive to traces of water, air and light.
- To be used within 2 weeks after reconstitution.
- Do not use after expiry date.
- Shelf life: 11 months.
- Guaranteed minimum remaining shelf life at delivery: 1/3 of the total shelf life.
Waste management
After use, sterilize the cultures and all contaminated material.
Substance with hazardous characteristics. Presence of substance with potenital carcinogenic properties (H350). Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.
Detailed hazard and precautionary information can be found in the safety data sheet (SDS).
Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008
R1:
- Flammable liquids, Category 3, H226
- Acute toxicity, oral, Category 4, H302
- Acute toxicity, dermal, Category 3, H311
- Acute toxicity, inhalation, Category 3, H331
- Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 1, H370
Signal Word
Danger
H226 | Flammable liquid and vapour. |
H302 | Harmful if swallowed |
H311 | Toxic in contact with skin. |
H331 | Toxic if inhaled. |
H370 | Causes damage to organs (or state all organs affected, if known) (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard). |
P210 | Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. |
P280 | Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection |
P301 + P312 | IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel |
P302 + P352 | IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water |
P304 + P340 | IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. |
Signal Word
Warning
H302 | Harmful if swallowed |
H351 | Suspected of causing cancer (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routs of exposure cause the hazard). |
P280 | Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection |
P301 + P312 | IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel |
P308 + P313 | IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. |
MSF requirements
Reserved for bacteriology programmes.