Fluid A USP – Universal Vial

Fluid A Diluent described in the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) <71>. The diluent is primarily used as a general rinse or diluent to test a wide range of samples as part of the USP sterility test. Suitable as a general rinse buffer, and compatible with most samples. Excellent for dissolving or diluting samples, reconstituting commercial microorganisms, or as a transport medium for microorganisms.

Specifications

Container Universal
Available fill size(s) (ml) 9, 10
Neck width (mm) 24
Caps PP, Perf, Metal
Shelf life 12 months
Storage Temp 2-25oC
Appearance Clear, colourless liquid
Recommended Incubation 20 - 37oC
pH 7.1 +/-0.2

Quality Control

Organisms Ref. No Result
Aspergillus brasiliensis NCPF 2275 ATCC16404 Equivalent recovery rate after 45 minutes (± 50% of initial count)
Bacillus subtilis ATCC 6633 NCTC 10400 Equivalent recovery rate after 45 minutes (± 50% of initial count)
Candida albicans ATCC 10231 NCPF 3179 Equivalent recovery rate after 45 minutes (± 50% of initial count)
Clostridium sporogenes ATCC 19404 NCTC 532 Equivalent recovery rate after 45 minutes (± 50% of initial count)
Escherichia coli ATCC 8739 NCIB 8545 Equivalent recovery rate after 45 minutes (± 50% of initial count)
Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC 9027 NCIMB 8626 Equivalent recovery rate after 45 minutes (± 50% of initial count)
Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 6538 NCTC 10788 Equivalent recovery rate after 45 minutes (± 50% of initial count)

Supporting Documents

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Technical data sheet Download

Description

Fluid A Diluent described in the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) <71>. The diluent is primarily used as a general rinse or diluent to test a wide range of samples as part of the USP sterility test. Suitable as a general rinse buffer, and compatible with most samples. Excellent for dissolving or diluting samples, reconstituting commercial microorganisms, or as a transport medium for microorganisms.

SKU: 4760