Clostridial Agar | Selective Medium for Isolation of Clostridium spp. | Microbiology Grade | AS-1178
Clostridial Agar
Selective Medium for Isolation of Clostridium spp.
Selective microbiological medium designed for the isolation and cultivation of Clostridium species from mixed flora. Supports anaerobic recovery while helping suppress unwanted background microorganisms in clinical, food, environmental, and research workflows.
Recommended Pack Sizes
| 100 g | AUD 49 |
| 250 g | AUD 99 |
| 500 g | AUD 159 |
| 1 kg | AUD 259 |
| 5 kg | AUD 995 |
Overview
Clostridial Agar is a selective microbiological medium formulated for the isolation and cultivation of pathogenic and environmental Clostridium species from specimens containing mixed flora. The medium is intended for anaerobic incubation and provides a supportive nutrient base for recovery of target organisms while reducing interference from background contaminants.
This medium is suitable for laboratories requiring a practical selective agar for anaerobic microbiology workflows, including routine culture, method development, environmental monitoring, food testing, and research applications involving Clostridium spp.
Applications
- Selective isolation of Clostridium spp. from mixed cultures
- Support of anaerobic recovery in microbiology laboratories
- Food, environmental, and research microbiology workflows
- Screening and recovery of target anaerobes from contaminated specimens
- General use in clostridial culture and downstream confirmation workflows
Key Features
Helps reduce competing flora in mixed samples.
Designed for incubation in anaerobic conditions.
Suitable for culture, screening, and recovery applications.
Aligned with professional documentation needs.
Composition (Indicative Framework)
Exact formulation should follow your approved internal specification. Typical selective clostridial agar systems are built around the following functional components:
| Component Group | Role |
|---|---|
| Peptones / nutrient base | Provide nitrogen, amino acids, and growth support |
| Carbon / energy sources | Support vegetative growth of target organisms |
| Reducing / low redox support | Enhance anaerobic recovery conditions |
| Selective inhibitors | Suppress unwanted background flora |
| Agar | Solidifying agent |
Comparative Medium Guide
| Medium | Selectivity | Best Use | Key Strength | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clostridial Agar (AS-1178) | Moderate to high | Selective isolation of Clostridium spp. | Good balance of recovery and suppression | Requires anaerobic workflow discipline |
| Reinforced Clostridial Medium | Low | Enrichment / maintenance | Excellent recovery support | Less selective |
| TSC Agar | High | C. perfringens workflow | Targeted differentiation | More application-specific |
| Anaerobic Blood Agar | Low to moderate | Broader anaerobe recovery | Rich growth support | Higher background growth |
Selection Notes
Why choose AS-1178
- Good fit for selective clostridial workflows
- Helps reduce background interference
- Suitable for routine and investigative use
- Commercially clear positioning for labs
Method considerations
- Strict anaerobic handling improves outcomes
- Final recovery depends on specimen condition
- Confirmation may require downstream testing
- Use validated internal QC strains per your SOP
Technical Specifications
| Catalogue Number | AS-1178 |
| Product Name | Clostridial Agar |
| Format | Dehydrated medium |
| Application | Selective isolation of Clostridium spp. |
| Incubation | Anaerobic conditions required |
| HS Code | 3821.00.00 |
| Shelf Life | 3 years |
| Documentation | COA / SDS / TDS on request |
Target Organism Scope
- ✓ Clostridium perfringens
- ✓ Clostridium tetani
- ✓ Clostridium botulinum
- ✓ Other relevant Clostridium spp.
Storage & Handling
Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and direct light. Prepare and use according to validated internal laboratory procedures. Anaerobic incubation and specimen handling conditions are critical to performance.
Suggested Cross-Links
- Reinforced Clostridial Medium
- TSC Agar
- Anaerobic Blood Agar
- General anaerobic media portfolio
- Related supplements / selective agents
AuSaMicS Compliance & Supply Notes
Supplied for laboratory and research workflows. Batch-specific documentation may include Certificate of Analysis and supporting technical documents depending on product configuration and customer requirements.
For laboratory and research use only. Not for food, household, therapeutic, or pharmaceutical applications.