For presumptive determination of Pseudomonas aeruginosa from recreational or natural
water as per A.P.H.A.
Specifications
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Description
A fine, free flowing, hygroscopic powder.
Color
Off white colored powder.
Solubility
Soluble in Distilled / de-ionized water at 50˚ C
Color
Colorless clear solution
pH
7.0 ±0.2 at 25 ˚C (4.50 g/ l)
Contents
Ingredients
Gram/Litre
DL-Asparagine
3.00
Dipotassium Phosphate
1.00
Magnesium Sulphate
0.50
pH at 25˚C
7.0 ±0.2
Directions
Dissolve 4.50 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 room
temperature and inoculate test sample aseptically.
