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Cultivate Contact TSA Growth Media – Paddle Format for Surface & Gloved Fingertip Testing (Box of 10)
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Growth Media Cultivate Contact Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA) Paddle FormatCultivate Contact TSA Growth Media – Paddle Format for Surface & Gloved Fingertip Testing (Box of 10)

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Cultivate Contact TSA Growth Media – Paddle Format for Surface & Gloved Fingertip Testing (Box of 10)

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Product Description

Cultivate Contact™ Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA) Growth Media by Medtec Medical is a paddle-format microbial contamination monitoring system designed for surface and gloved-fingertip testing. The TSA media detects common bacteria, yeasts, and fungi on uneven and difficult-to-reach surfaces and supports clean-room and aseptic-technique programs.

Usage & Application

  • Application: Growth media for microbial contamination monitoring
  • Best For: Surface testing and gloved fingertip testing in clean rooms, compounding pharmacies, labs, and aseptic-technique programs
  • Intended User: Clinical labs, compounding pharmacies, USP <797>/<800> programs, infection-control teams

Brand & Product Details

  • Brand: Cultivate Contact™
  • Manufacturer: Medtec Medical Inc
  • BAA Compliant: No
  • TAA Compliant: No
  • UNSPSC Code: 41106231

Design & Build

  • Type: Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA)
  • Format: Paddle format
  • Test Type: Surface testing and gloved fingertip testing
  • Selective Additives: Chloramphenicol (inhibits bacterial overgrowth, supports selective isolation of fungi and yeasts); Lecithin and Tween 80 (neutralize antimicrobial residues from disinfectants/cleaning solutions used on surfaces)
  • Detects: Common bacteria, yeasts, and fungi

Accessories & Packaging

  • Kit Includes: 10 TSA growth media paddles, gloss labels, DFU/test log
  • Packaging: Box of 10
  • Product Dating: McKesson Acceptable Dating — ships with ≥60 days remaining

General Use & Care Guidance

Handle and incubate per the included Directions for Use (DFU). Maintain proper storage temperature as specified by the manufacturer. General guidance — always follow the cleaning and care instructions in your Cultivate Contact / Medtec Medical owner's manual or product insert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is this product used for?
A: Microbial contamination monitoring of surfaces and gloved fingertips using TSA growth media in a paddle format.

Q: What organisms can it detect?
A: Common bacteria, yeasts, and fungi.

Q: Why does the media contain chloramphenicol?
A: Chloramphenicol inhibits bacterial overgrowth and supports selective isolation of fungi and yeasts.

Q: What are lecithin and Tween 80 for?
A: They neutralize the antimicrobial effects of disinfectants or cleaning solutions used on surfaces.

Q: What comes in the kit?
A: 10 TSA growth media paddles, gloss labels, and a DFU / test log.

Q: What is the shipped dating?
A: McKesson Acceptable Dating — shipped with at least 60 days of remaining shelf life.

Why Buy from All Care Store?

  • Free shipping on all orders within the USA
  • 30-day hassle-free returns on unused products
  • Dedicated customer support: 1-888-889-6260 or contact@allcarestore.com
  • Shipped from Plano, Texas — fast nationwide distribution

Return and Refund Policy

We want your shopping experience with us to be super easy, so we've made our return and refund guidelines clear and straightforward.

Return Period: You have 30 days from the date of purchase to return items, but keep in mind that we can't process returns if it's been more than 30 days.

Shipping Fees: If the product is defective or not as described, we'll cover the return shipping costs. If it's a personal preference return, you'll need to cover the shipping fee. Whether there's a restocking fee or not depends on the situation.

Items Damaged During Shipping: If your product shows up damaged, make sure to note it when you get it and don't accept it, especially for big items. We'll only accept returns for defective products, and in those cases, we'll cover the return shipping. If you don't report the damage upon delivery, unfortunately, we won't be able to organize return shipping, and you'll be responsible for all the associated costs.

Returns Due to Change of Heart: Changed your mind? No worries! You have 30 days to return the unused product in its original packaging. You'll cover the return shipping, and once we get it back, we'll refund the product price, minus the shipping cost.

Refund Process: After we check and approve your returned product, we'll send you an email. Expect the refund to your original payment method within a week. Keep in mind that depending on your bank or card provider, it might take a bit longer for the refund to show up. If you haven't seen the refund after 10 business days from our email, drop us a line at contact@allcarestore.com. Happy shopping!

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