NISSUI Compact Dry VP
(For Vibrio Parahaemolyticus)
Vibrio is a Gram-negative, rod-shaped bacteria which is characterized by a rigid curve, it is usually motile due to the single polar flagellum. V. cholerae, V. parahaemolyticus, and V. vulnificus are the three known pathogenic species of Vibrio with documented cases. Vibrio are commonly found in seawater as they can tolerate high salt concentration. Foods which are contaminated with Vibrio can lead to negative health implication starting with diarrhea, and worst, with death. Thus, it is considered as a release parameter for seafoods and seafood-based products.
Characteristic
- Medium contains chromogenic enzyme substrates, then V. parahaemolyticus forms blue/blue green colonies. Other Vibrio form white or red purple colonies.
Incubation
- 35±2℃, 18 – 24 hours
Operating Procedure
