Selective Strep Agar (COBA Medium) for the selective isolation of all species of Strep, 10 pack - by Hardy Diagnostics

Contains 5% sheep blood and selective agents in a blood agar base. For the selective isolation of all Streptococcus species, including Groups A (S. pyogenes), B (S. agalactiae), C, D, F, and G. Also grows Streptococcus pneumoniae. Inhibits Staphs and Gram negative bacteria. An excellent medium when all types of Strep are desired to be isolated. Exhibits characteristic hemolytic reactions (alpha, beta, and gamma).

Features:

Contains 5% sheep blood from a veterinary supervised, controlled herd of donor animals. Blood is guaranteed to be from healthy antibiotic-free animals.

Polystyrene Petri plates feature raised rings for stacking ability and prevents sliding.

Packaged in sleeves of 10 plates in a "breathable" celluose bag that prevents build-up of condensation and excess moisture.

See Selective Beta Strep Agar (Cat. No. A72) for a medium that selects only for Group A Strep.