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Description
Oxoid™ Standard Plate Count Agar APHA (500g) is a high-quality medium specifically formulated for the enumeration of viable microorganisms in food, dairy products, and other samples. This medium is designed in accordance with the guidelines set by the American Public Health Association (APHA) for the standard plate count method. It provides the necessary nutrients to support the growth of a wide variety of bacteria, making it suitable for determining the total microbial load in various sample types.
Key Features:
- Form: Dehydrated powder
- Weight: 500g
- Application: Enumeration of viable microorganisms in food, dairy, and other environmental samples
- Composition: Contains peptones, agar, and salts to support the growth of a wide variety of bacteria; designed for standard plate count procedures
- Preparation: Suspend 23g of the dehydrated medium in 1 litre of distilled water, mix thoroughly, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 21.7 litres of prepared medium
- Storage: Store the dehydrated medium at 10–30°C, protected from moisture and light
- Compliance: Complies with APHA guidelines for the standard plate count method for food and dairy microbiology
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