How To Perform a Disk Diffusion Test (Modified Kirby-Bauer Test)

This video demonstrates how to perform a modified Kirby-Bauer, or disk diffusion test. This method is used for testing the susceptibility of bacteria to different antibiotics. This activity is included in Biotechnology: A Laboratory Skills Course, Bio-Rad Explorer’s textbook. For more information, visit *** Know of a YouTube video or channel helpful to life science students and teachers? Email explorer@ *** *** Stay up-to-date with the latest videos: subscribe at *** Bio-Rad Explorer’s YouTube channel is a hub of educational videos from Bio-Rad and the life science education community. Bio-Rad Explorer synergistically brings about change in hands-on science learning and provides educators with easy-to-use and reliable research-quality kits, equipment, reagents, and curricula, helping educators to stay on the cutting edge. Most Bio-Rad products used for K-12 and undergraduate classes are eligible for the EDU discount. Technical Support and Customer Care: 1-800-4-BIORAD Website: Free teaching resources: Twitter: Instagram: LinkedIn: #kirbybauer #biorad #bioradeducation #bioradexplorer #labskill #labtechnique