Bacteriology Media

Yeast Starch Glucose Agar

Recommended for enumeration and cultivation of Lactobacilli in pharmaceutical preparations.

RangeBacteriology Media
CompositionIngredients g\L: Peptone 5.000 gm; Yeast extract 5.000 gm; Dextrose (Glucose) 2.000 gm; Potassium dihydrogen phosphate 0.500 gm; Dipotassium hydrogen phosphate 0.500 gm; Magnesium sulphate 0.300 gm; Sodium chloride 0.010 gm; Manganese sulphate 0.010 gm; Zinc sulphate 0.0016 gm; Copper sulphate 0.0016 gm; Cobalt sulphate 0.0016 gm; Agar 15.000 gm; Final pH 7.2 ± 0.2 at 25°C
PreparationHydrated Glucose Yeast Extract Agar media is prepared by suspend 28.32 grams in 1000 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. Mix well and pour into sterile Petri plates.
StorageBioScien Yeast Starch Glucose Agar dehydrated media are stable until expiration date stated on label when properly stored 10-30°C. Store between 10-30°C in a tightly closed container and the prepared medium at 20-30°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.
AppearanceThe color of BioScien Yeast Starch Glucose Agar medium is Light yellow to beige homogeneous free flowing powder, dehydrated medium Yellow coloured, clear to slightly opalescent gel forms in Petri plates. After addition 2.83% w/v aqueous solution at 25°C. pH 7.2±0.2
SpecimenPharmaceutical samples
Pack sizes3 options

Ordering information

Cat. No. (REF) Pack size Quote
BS.1/YS01.100.0100 100 Gram Quote
BS.1/YS01.250.0250 250 Gram Quote
BS.1/YS01.500.0500 500 Gram Quote
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