Streptomycin-SD236-5x50DS is referred as Streptomycin HLS 300mcg discs under Hi Media catalogue. Each pack of Streptomycin SD236-5x50DS contains 5 vials of 50 discs each. Each filter paper disc of Streptomycin-SD236-5x50DS is of 6 mm diameter with printed "HLS 300" on centre of each side of the disc. Each Streptomycin-SD236-5x50DS disc is saturated with 300 mcg Streptomycin.

Streptomycin discs are used for screening of high-level Aminoglycosides Resistance (HLAR). Generally Mueller Hinton Agar (M173/M1084) medium is used for test. The susceptibility test is determined on the basis of zone of inhibition. The cultural response can be observed after incubating the standard culture at 35-37C for 18 hrs.

Storage and shelf life: It is advised to store the discs always at -20C to +8C after opening. The disc loses its stability at higher temperature (45C).