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Voges-Proskauer B
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| 261193 | Voges-Proskauer B
Used in the identification of organisms which produce acetylmethylcarbinol from glucose fermentation
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50 | SP | ||||||
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BBL™ Voges-Proskauer Reagent Droppers are intended for use in the Voges-Proskauer test, one of several qualitative tests used to distinguish between members of the Enterobacteriaceae.1
| Catalog # | Description | Quantity | Unit |
| 261193 |
Voges-Proskauer B
Used in the identification of organisms which produce acetylmethylcarbinol from glucose fermentation
|
50 | SP |
Voges-Proskauer Reagent Droppers
Revision: 2010/06 Revision Date: 06/01/2010
BBL™ Voges-Proskauer Reagent Droppers are intended for use in the Voges-Proskauer test, one of several qualitative tests used to distinguish between members of the Enterobacteriaceae.1
The Voges-Proskauer test is one of the series known as the IMViC tests. The letters stand for Indole, Methyl Red, Voges-Proskauer, and Citrate. (The "i" is inserted for euphony.) They are used primarily to distinguish between the coliforms, but may be used for other organisms in the Enterobacteriaceae family. Specifically, the Voges-Proskauer test detects the presence of acetylmethylcarbinol. This compound is produced by certain microorganisms during growth in a buffered peptone-glucose broth, specifically MR-VP broth.1
Using either of the methods described above (Test Procedure), an authentic culture of Enterobacter cloacae or Serratia marcescens will yield a positive result, while Escherichia coli or Salmonella enteritidis will yield a negative result.
Quality control requirements must be performed in accordance with applicable local, state and/or federal regulations or accreditation requirements and your laboratory's standard Quality Control procedures. It is recommended that the user refer to pertinent NCCLS guidance and CLIA regulations for appropriate Quality Control practices.
BBL Voges-Proskauer Reagent A Droppers contain 0.5 mL of 5% wt/vol alpha-naphthol in absolute alcohol.
BBL Voges-Proskauer Reagent B Droppers contain 0.5 mL of 40% wt/vol potassium hydroxide in distilled water.
For in vitro Diagnostic Use
Voges-Proskauer Reagent B is caustic. Avoid contact with the skin. Rinse thoroughly with water if spilled.
Follow established laboratory procedures in handling and disposing of infectious materials.
Information shown on this page is a short summary extracted from the Package Insert, available as a PDF under the Related Documents section of this page.
