Dextrose Tryptone Agar

ARTICLE NO. OLFC-620
HSN NO. 38210000


Pack Size

Size
100 GM
500 GM

Application

For detection and enumeration of mesophilic and thermophilic aerobic organisms in food spoilage.


Specifications

PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Description A fine, free flowing, hygroscopic powder.
Color Light greenish beige colored
Solubility Soluble in Distilled/de-ionized water at 50°C
Color Purple coloured, slightly opalescent gel forms in Petri plates
pH 6.70 ±0.2 at 25℃ (30.04 g/l)
Solidification 40 ˚C

Contents

Ingredients Gram/Litre
Tryptone10.000
Dextrose5.000
Bromocresol Purple0.040
Agar15.000
pH at 25 ˚C6.70 ±0.2


Directions

Dissolve 30.04 grams in 1000 ml distilled water, boil to dissolve the medium completely and sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs. pressure (121°C) for 15 min, cool it to 42-45°C. Mix well and pour into sterile petri plates. Ensure complete solidification and inoculate test sample aseptically.