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Blood Agar

Definition: Blood agar is a type of growth medium used in microbiology that consists of agar supplemented with blood, typically sheep or horse blood. It is used to cultivate certain bacteria and differentiate their hemolytic activities.

Sense 1: In Microbiology

Part of Speech: Noun

Usage: In microbiology, blood agar is used to support the growth of bacteria and determine their hemolytic capabilities. It provides essential nutrients necessary for bacteria to thrive.

Related Products: Blood Agar Plates, Blood Agar Media

Sentence: The microbiology lab cultured the bacteria on blood agar to observe their ability to break down red blood cells.

Sense 2: In Local Cuisine

Part of Speech: Noun

Usage: In culinary contexts of certain regions, blood agar is a traditional ingredient used to make blood sausage or black pudding. It gives the dish a distinctive flavor and rich texture.

Related Products: Blood Sausage, Black Pudding

Sentence: The local restaurant served a delicious plate of blood sausage made with a secret family recipe and the finest blood agar.