KOVACS Indole Reagent


Kovacs reagent is a biochemical reagent consisting of isoamyl alcohol, para-dimethylaminobenzaldehyde (DMAB), and concentrated hydrochloric acid.

Available options

Product Specifications

It is used for the diagnostical indole test, to determine the ability of the organism to split indole from the amino acid tryptophan. The indole produced yields a red complex with para-dimethylaminobenzaldehyde under the given conditions. This reagent use in the confirmation of E. coli and many other pathogenic microorganisms.

Available Options

SKU Description /size Stocks Unit Price (RM) Quantity

SKU: 1092930100

MERCK,1092930100, KOVACS Indole Reagent, 100mL

8 units left

MERCK,1092930100, KOVACS Indole Reagent, 100mL 8 units left RM 191.00 RM 191.00