For selective and differential medium for rapid isolation and identification of Candida
species from mixed cultures
Specifications
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Description
A fine, free flowing, hygroscopic powder
Color
Light beige colored powder
Solubility
Soluble in Distilled / de-ionized water at 50˚C
Color
Light amber, opalescent solution
pH
6.30 ±0.2 at 25 ˚C (45.00 g/ l)
Solidification
40˚C
Color
Light amber, clear opalescent gel
Contents
Ingredients
Gram/Litre
Special peptone
15.000
Yeast extract
4.000
Dipotassium phosphate
1.000
Chloramphenicol
0.500
Chromogenic mixture
9.500
Agar
15.000
pH at 25˚C
6.3 ±0.2
Directions
Dissolve 45.00 grams in 1000 ml distilled water. Heat to boiling to dissolve the
medium completely. DO NOT AUTOCLAVE. DO NOT OVERHEAT. Cool to 45-50°C. Mix well
and distribute aseptically in petri plates and allow to solidify. Ensure complete solidification and
inoculate test sample aseptically.
