Staphylococcus aureus NCTC 12493™ is methicillin resistant (MRSA) conferred by mec-A gene. EUCAST recommends this strain to be tested as part of extended QC for cefoxitin disc testing.
Technique:
The loop can be streaked directly onto appropriate media.
Alternatively, it may be dissolved in a liquid medium, Culti-Loops Aerobic Set Rehydration Fluid, Part No. R4631000.
Includes:
Culti-Loops are individually sealed in a foil pouch and packaged five loops per package.