Description
Oxoid™ Buffered Peptone Water (Dehydrated) is a non-selective pre-enrichment medium designed for the recovery of sub-lethally injured Salmonella species from food and environmental samples. It provides a buffered environment that supports the repair and growth of stressed bacteria prior to selective enrichment.
Key Features:
- Form: Dehydrated powder
- Weight: 2.5kg
- Application: Pre-enrichment of Salmonella spp. from food and environmental samples
- Composition: Rich in nutrients to support bacterial recovery; phosphate buffer system maintains pH stability
- Preparation: Suspend 20g in 1 liter of distilled water, mix thoroughly, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 125 liters of prepared medium
- Storage: Store the dehydrated medium at 10–30°C, protected from moisture and light
- Compliance: Suitable for use in microbiological testing protocols for the detection of Salmonella spp.