Prepared Media for Microbiology
Prepared microbiology media support accurate microorganism detection, identification, and cultivation. Saving time by eliminating the requirement to complete the groundwork, the media increase the overall working efficiency for any laboratory. Minimizing the possibility of formula variability, the standardized solutions ensure that data errors do not occur. The prepared microbiology media are plated or contained in tubes to guarantee that the correct nutrient mixtures are present for specific cell types.
Ward's® Luria Agar Media Plates and Pour Packs
All-purpose medium that supports the growth of a variety of microorganisms.
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Starch Agar
Used to determine if bacteria produce extracellular enzymes to catalyze the hydrolysis of starch. Organisms that produce a starch hydrolyzing enzyme will display a clear zone around the area of growth while other areas of the agar containing starch will turn blue-black.
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Simmons Citrate Agar
A medium helpful in differentiation of the enterobacteriaceae. Simmons citrate agar test for organisms that are able to utilize citrate as a carbon source.
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Nutrient Broth
Multipurpose media. Supports the growth of a variety of microorganisms.
Premeasured Packs Save Time in the Lab
Simply add the contents of one Dehydrated Media pack to one liter of water, bring to a boil, and sterilize, to make enough media for 40 to 50 plates or 16edited0 tubes.