Microbiology

Peptone Water

Peptone Water is used as a growth medium and as a base for carbohydrate fermentation media.

Range	Microbiology
Composition	Formula per liter of medium: Peptone 10.00 gm.; Sodium chloride 5.000 gm.; Final pH 7.2 ± 0.2 at 25°C
Preparation	Suspend 15 grams in 1000 ml distilled water. Add the test carbohydrate in desired quantity and dissolve completely. Adjust pH to 7.2 ± 0.2 at 25°C. Dispense in tubes with or without inverted Durhams tubes. Sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs. pressure (121°C) for 15 minutes.
Storage	BioScien Peptone water dehydrated media are stable until expiration date stated on label when properly stored 10-30°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.
Appearance	The color of BioScien Peptone water is Cream to yellow homogeneous free flowing powder. If there are any physical changes, discard the medium. The hydrated medium is Light amber coloured clear solution without any precipitate, media should not be used if there are any signs of deterioration (shrinking, cracking, or discoloration), and contaminations.
Specimen	Clinical samples
Pack sizes	3 options

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Cat. No. (REF)	Pack size	Quote
`BS.1/PW01.100.0100`	100 Gram	Quote
`BS.1/PW01.250.0250`	250 Gram	Quote
`BS.1/PW01.500.0500`	500 Gram	Quote

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