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Nitrate Reagent Disks

suitable for microbiology

• UNSPSC Code: 12352200

Properties

• shelf life: limited shelf life, expiry date on the label
• application(s): microbiology
• storage temp.: 2-8°C

Description

General description

Nitrate Reagent Disks are used to detect an organism′s ability to reduce nitrate. The test involves detection of the enzyme nitrate reductase which causes the reduction of nitrate in the presence of a suitable electron donor to nitrite, which can be tested by an appropriate colorimetric reagent.

Packaging

Sterile filter paper discs (50 pcs, diameter 6 mm) impregnated with Nitrate reagent.

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