X FACTOR (HAEMOPHILUS), disc [Liofilchem-9503]
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GROWTH FACTOR DISCS for Haemophilus differ. [Liofilchem]
CAUTION
This item is worded and codified by unit to make the order easier, but it is always packaged in kit of 100 discs.
Definition
X, V and XV Factor discs are used for presumptively differentiating Haemophilus spp based on their requirements for X or V factors or both. To be used on pure cultures.
Specifications
Components
- Each disc of X FACTOR TEST contains Hemin (5 µg).
- Each disc of V FACTOR TEST contains NAD (Nicotinamide-Adenine-Dinucleotide) (4 µg).
- Each disc of V+X FACTOR TEST contains Hemin and NAD (Nicotamide-Adenine-Dinucleotide) (5 µg + 4 µg)
Technical specifications
- Paper disc impregnated with growth factor V, X or VX.
- Identified with a code V, X or VX
Packaging & Labelling
Each package contains 2 cartridges with 50 discs each, packaged in a heat-sealed container
To be Ordered Separately
- Inoculating loop,
- pipettes,
- swabs,
- culture media,
- quality control organisms.
Instructions for use
Please consult the “Bacteriology laboratory procedures and resources” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Bacteriology-Laboratory-Resources.aspx
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 2°C and 8°C.
- Keep away from sources of heat and avoid excessive changes of temperature
- Shelflife: 24 months
- Do not use after expiry date.
Waste management
After use, sterilize the cultures and all contaminated material. Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.
MSF requirements
Reserved to bacteriology programmes.