Bacteriology Media
Acetamide Agar (Twin Pack)
Designed for confirmation of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in water samples.
| Range | Bacteriology Media |
|---|---|
| Composition | Formula per liter of medium: Part A: Acetamide 10.00 g; Part B: Sodium chloride 5.0; Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate 1.390; Potassium dihydrogen phosphate 0.730; Phenol red 0.012; Magnesium sulphate 5.0; Agar 15.0. Final pH 7.0 ± 0.2. ** Formula adjusted, standardized to suit performance parameters. |
| Preparation | Suspend 22.63 grams of part B in 1000 ml purified / distilled water. Add 10.0 grams of Part A. Heat to boiling to dissolve the medium completely. Dispense in tubes or flasks as desired. Sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs pressure (121°C) for 15 minutes. Cool the tubes in a slanted position. |
| Storage | BioScien Acetamide Agar Store between 10-30°C in a tightly closed container and the prepared medium at 15-25°C. Use before expiry date on the label. On opening, product should be properly stored dry, after tightly capping the bottle in order to prevent lump formation due to the hygroscopic nature of the product. Improper storage of the product may lead to lump formation. Store in dry ventilated area protected from extremes of temperature and sources of ignition. Seal the container tightly after use. Product performance is best if used within stated expiry period. |
| Appearance | The color of BioScien Acetamide Agar. Part A: Colourless deliquescent crystals. Part B: Light yellow to brick red homogeneous free flowing powder. prepared medium is Orange coloured clear to slightly opalescent gel forms in tubes as slants. |
| Pack sizes | 3 options |
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