Streptomycin-SD031-1PK is referred as Streptomycin S 10mcg discs under Hi Media catalogue. Each pack of Streptomycin-SD031-1PK contains 5 X 50 discs in plastic container. Each filter paper disc of Streptomycin-SD031-1PK is of 6 mm diameter with printed "S 10" on centre of each side of the disc. Each Streptomycin-SD031-1PK disc is saturated with 10mcg Streptomycin.

Streptomycin discs are used for antimicrobial susceptibility test of bacterial cultures using Bauer-Kirby Method. Generally Mueller Hinton Agar (M173/M1084) medium is used for susceptibility test. The susceptibility 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 to +8C after opening. The disc loses its stability at higher temperature (45C).