Bacteriology Media

OGYE Agar Base

For isolation and enumeration of yeasts and moulds from milk and milk products by chromogenic method.

RangeBacteriology Media
CompositionFormula per liter of medium: Yeast extract 4.000 gm; Dextrose (Glucose) 20.000 gm; Chromogenic mixture 1.100 gm; Agar 12.00 gm; Final pH 7.0 ± 0.2 at 25°C
PreparationSuspend 18.55 grams in 500 ml purified/distilled water. Heat to boiling to dissolve the medium completely. Sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs pressure (121°C) for 15 minutes. Cool to 45-50°C and aseptically add reconstituted contents of one vial of Oxytetra Selective Supplement. Mix well and pour into sterile Petri plates.
StorageBioScien OGYE Agar Base are stable until expiration date stated on label when properly stored 15-25°C. The prepared medium should be stored at 2-8°C. Use before expiry date on the label. On opening, product should be properly stored dry, after tightly capping the bottle in order to avoid lump development due to the hygroscopic nature of the product. Improper storage of the product may lead to lump formation. Store in a 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.
AppearanceThe color of BioScien OGYE Agar Base is Cream to yellow homogeneous free flowing powder. If there are any physical changes, discard the medium. Prepared Media is Light amber coloured, clear to slightly opalescent gel forms in Petri plates, media should not be used if there are any signs of deterioration (shrinking, cracking, or discoloration), and contaminations.
SpecimenClinical samples; Dairy samples: milk and milk products.
Pack sizes3 options

Ordering information

Cat. No. (REF) Pack size Quote
BS.1/OG01.100.0100 100 Gram Quote
BS.1/OG01.250.0250 250 Gram Quote
BS.1/OG01.500.0500 500 Gram Quote
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