KOVACS (INDOL) REAGENT, 25ml, bot [BMX-55631]
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KOVACS (INDOL) REAGENT
Definition
Indole test is used for determination of the ability of Enterobacteriaceae to split indole from the tryptophan molecule.
Specifications
Components
Biomerieux: Medium composed of (for 2 liters):
- Dimethylamino-4-benzaldehyde 50 g
- Hydrochloric acid 250 ml
- Amyl alcohol 750 ml
- Solvent 1L
Technical specifications
- Liquid, clear colorless or nearly colorless, light yellow.
- Ready to use medium
- Allow reagent to come to room temperature before use.
Packaging & Labelling
1 bottle of 25 ml.
Transport Dangerous Goods
- UN2920
- Class: 8
- Subsidiary risk: 3
- Packing group: II
- Proper shipping name: Corrosive liquids, flammable, n.o.s. (CONT. PENTANOLS, HYDROCHLORIC ACID)
To be Ordered Separately
- Urea-indole medium
- Peptone water
- QC strains
- Bacteriology incubator
- Graduated pipettes
- Test tubes
Instructions for use
Follow the package insert procedures.
Please consult the “Bacteriology laboratory procedures and resources” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources
For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor
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
- Do not use after expiry date.
- Protect from light.
- To be used within 3 months after opening.
- Shelf life: 21 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. 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
Depending of the manufacturer:
- Flammable liquids, Category 3, H226
- Acute toxicity, Category 4, H332
- Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 2, H315
- Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3 respiratory tract irritation, H335
Signal Word
Warning
H226 | Flammable liquid and vapour. |
H315 | Causes skin irritation |
H319 | Causes serious eye irritation |
H332 | Harmful if inhaled. |
H335 | May cause respiratory irritation |
P210 | Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. |
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 |
P337 + P313 | If eye irritation persists: get medical advice/attention |
P501 | Dispose of contents/container to location in accordance with local and regional/ national/ international regulations |
MSF requirements
Reserved to bacteriology programmes.