Oxoid™ Milk Plate Count Agar 500g

Oxoid™ Milk Plate Count Agar (500g) is a selective medium designed for the enumeration of microorganisms, particularly Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB), in milk and dairy products. This medium is used for the assessment of microbiological quality in milk and dairy production environments. The agar provides essential nutrients that support the growth of a broad range of microorganisms while allowing for easy colony counting. It is especially useful in dairy microbiology for monitoring hygiene and product safety.

Key Features:

• Form: Dehydrated powder
• Weight: 500g
• Application: Enumeration of microorganisms in milk and dairy products, particularly for Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) and other microorganisms present in dairy samples
• Composition: Rich in nutrients to support the growth of a wide variety of bacteria commonly found in milk, facilitating colony counting
• Preparation: Suspend 28g of the dehydrated medium in 1 litre of distilled water, mix thoroughly, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 17.9 litres 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 analysis of milk and dairy products

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