Anaerobic Basal Broth is used for the growth of anaerobic microorganisms, particularly Bacteroides species and other fastidious anaerobes.Hemin and Vitamin K in the medium serves as essential growth factors for Bacteroides species. Sodium succinate helps to improve the growth of Bacteroides species. Arginine and L-cysteine helps to revive and enhance the growth of certain anaerobes. Dithiothreitol serves as reducing agent.