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Kovac′s Reagent Strips

suitable for microbiology

• Synonym(s): Indole Reagent Test sticks according to Kovac
• UNSPSC Code: 41171621
• NACRES: NA.85

Properties

• sterility: sterile
• shelf life: limited shelf life, expiry date on the label
• packaging: pkg of 25 strips
• storage condition: (Prevent from moisture)
• technique(s): microbe id | specific enzyme detection: suitable
• application(s): agriculture; clinical testing; environmental; food and beverages; microbiology
• storage temp.: 2-8°C
• suitability: Escherichia coli; enterobacteriaceae

Description

General description

Kovac′s Reagent Strips are sterile filter paper strips impregnated with Kovac′s reagent used to detect indole-producing bacteria, primarily Enterobacteriaceae, to split indole from the tryptophan molecule. The various enzymes involved in the degradation of tryptophan to indole are collectively called tryptophanase, a general term used to denote the complete system of enzymes. The presence of indole is detected by Kovac′s reagent strip, which turns pink in the presence of indole.

Application

Kovac′s Reagent Strips are used to detect indole-producing bacteria, primarily Enterobacteriaceae species. They find their application in various sectors such as the food and dairy industry, water industry, pharmaceutical laboratory testing, cosmetic industry, environmental and sanitary testing, clinical diagnostic, etc.

Packaging

package of 25 strips

Components

Sterile filter paper strips (diameter 7mm) impregnated with Kovac`s Reagent

Analysis Note

Escherichia coli (25922) - PositiveEnterobacter aerogenes (13048) - Negative

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 11 - Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves