TCBS Agar
Overview
TCBS (Thiosulfate-Citrate-Bile Salts-Sucrose) agar is a selective and differential medium specifically designed for the isolation and identification of Vibrio species, particularly Vibrio cholerae and Vibrio parahemolyticus. These bacteria are significant human pathogens, with epidemiological data indicating that vibriosis, the illness caused by Vibrio infections, results in an estimated 80,000 illnesses, 500 hospitalizations, and 100 deaths annually within the United States. The clinical manifestations of vibriosis are diverse and can range from mild gastrointestinal symptoms, such as diarrhea, to more severe systemic infections. These infections can include bacteremia (bloodstream infections), wound infections, and extraintestinal infections that affect other parts of the body.
Intended Use
For the selective isolation of pathogenic Vibrio from clinical and nonclinical specimens
Product Information
Category
Catalog Number
FP90T2001, FP90T2002
Pack Size
10 per pack