Kit I for ESBL Identification, Cefotaxime (Cephotaxime)-SD238-1KT is referred as Kit I for ESBL Identification, Cefotaxime under Hi Media catalogue . Each kit contains 6 cartridgs; 3 cartridges of SD040 Cefotaxime 30 mcg and 3 cartridges of SD274 Cefotaxime 30mcg and Clavulanic acid 10mcg.

ESBL kit is used for phenotypic identification of of ESBL producing microorganisms. ESBL(Extended-spectrum beta-lactamases ) producing microorganisms are resistant to many commonly use antibiotcs such as penicillins and cephalosporins. If ESBL producers are the causative agents of clinical infection, the above mentioned antibiotics may be of no use for the treatment.Generally Mueller Hinton Agar (M173/M1084) medium is used for detection test. The detection test is determined on the basis of zone of inhibition. The cultural response can be observed after incubating the standard culture at 35-37C for 18 hrs.

Storage and shelf life: It is advised to store the discs always at -20C after opening. The disc loses its stability at higher temperature (45C).