Susceptibility Testing
Susceptibility Testing Solutions
Hardy offers a wide range of products, including culture media and antimicrobial disks, designed to empower laboratories and healthcare professionals in accurately assessing microbial resistance and guiding effective treatment decisions.
HardyDisk™ AST & ID
Introducing HardyDisks™ AST & ID, a comprehensive solution for antimicrobial susceptibility testing. This product line encompasses a wide array of commonly used antimicrobial agents, ensuring accurate and efficient testing. Each cartridge contains 50 spring-loaded disks, guaranteeing smooth and dependable dispensing. Whether you prefer single cartridges or packs of five, our versatile options cater to your needs. Compatible with BBL.Sensi-Disc™ dispensers (6, 8, or 12-place) as well as the metal single disk dispenser, HardyDisks™ AST has been enhanced to prevent jamming and tearing, simplifying the testing process. Additionally, the inclusion of a marked last disk provides advance notice to replace the cartridge, streamlining your laboratory workflow. Experience the convenience and reliability of HardyDisks™ AST for all your antimicrobial susceptibility testing requirements.
AST Culture Media
The choice of validated culture media is crucial to obtaining accurate and clinically relevant AST results, and it is an essential component of diagnostic microbiology in healthcare settings. Selective media may be used to isolate specific bacterial strains, while Mueller-Hinton agar is commonly used for Kirby-Bauer susceptibility testing of a wide range of bacteria.
Accessories
Hardy offers a wide array of essential tools and equipment designed to support accurate and efficient antimicrobial susceptibility testing, from disk dispensers to sterile swabs, ensuring precision and reliability in your laboratory work.
BBL™ SensiDisc™ by BD
BD BBL™ Sensi-Disc™ products contain known concentrations of antimicrobials for use in the Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method.