Brain heart infusion broth (or BHI broth) is a highly nutritious

Nutrient

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 general-purpose growth medium

Growth medium

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 for fastidious microorganism

Microorganism

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s, such as streptococci, pneumococci and meningococci. It is made by the recuperation of nutrients from boiled cattle hearts and brains. Soluble factors are released into the broth during the boiling procedure. The broth can then be turned into powder for easy distribution.

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