BHI w/0.1% Agar (Brain Heart Infusion w/ 0.1% Agar)
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BHI w/0.1% Agar (Brain Heart Infusion w/ 0.1% Agar) is recommended for the propagation of fastidious pathogenic cocci and other organisms associated with blood culture work and allied pathological investigations. It is the preferred medium for anaerobic bacteria, yeasts and moulds. This medium is nutritious and well buffered to support the growth of wide variety of organisms. With the addition of defibrinated sheep blood, it is useful for isolation and cultivation of Histoplasma capsulatum and other fungi. Agar in 0.1% concentration improves growth of microaerophillic and anaerobic microorganisms. For selective isolation of fungi, addition of gentamicin and/or chloramphenicol is recommended.
