Malt Extract Agar 500g

Malt Extract Agar is used for the cultivation of fungi and is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions in humans. An acidic medium which will support the growth of most yeasts and molds whilst inhibiting most bacteria.

Preparation

1. Suspend 50 grams of the medium in one liter of purified water.
2. Heat with frequent agitation to boiling to completely dissolve the medium.
3. Autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes.
4. Cool to 45-50°C 5. If the addition of NCM4011, Lactic Acid 10% is required, this should be done after sterilization.
5. The addition of 5 mL vial of NCM4011 will lower the pH of 250 mL of medium to 3.5-4.0.

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