Bacteriology Media

Mannitol Salt Agar

Mannitol Salt Agar is preferred for the isolation and identification of Staphylococcus species.

RangeBacteriology Media
CompositionConcentration: Peptone 5.0 g/L; Tryptone 5.0 g/L; Beef Extract 1.0 g/L; Sodium Chloride 75.0 g/L; D-Mannitol 10.0 g/L; Phenol Red 0.025 g/L; Agar 15.0 g/L
PreparationMannitol Salt Agar media is prepared by suspend 111.02 grams of the medium in one liter of distilled water. Mix well and dissolve by heating. Boil for one minute until complete dissolution. Sterilize in autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes. Cool to 45-50°C, mix well and dispense into plates.
StorageBioScien Mannitol Salt Agar media are stable until expiration date stated on label when properly stored at 10-30°C. N.B: This product contains 7.5% Sodium chloride as one of its ingredients. On repeated exposure to air and absorption moisture sodium chloride has tendency to form lumps, therefore we strongly recommend storage in tightly closed containers in dry place away from bright light
AppearanceBioScien Mannitol Salt Agar medium is Light yellow to pink colored granular medium. If there are any physical changes, discard the medium. Media should not be used if there are any signs of deterioration (shrinking, cracking, or discoloration), and contaminations.
SpecimenPharmaceutical samples
Pack sizes3 options

Ordering information

Cat. No. (REF) Pack size Quote
BS.1/MS01.100.0100 100 Gram Quote
BS.1/MS01.250.01250 250 Gram Quote
BS.1/MS01.500.0500 500 Gram Quote
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