Tryptone Yeast Extract Agar

ARTICLE NO. OLFC-1892
HSN NO. 38210000


Pack Size

Size
100 GM
500 GM

Application

For estimation of microbial counts in water


Specifications

PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Description A fine, free flowing, hygroscopic powder.
Color Light to medium beige color
Solubility Soluble in Distilled / de-ionized water at 50˚ C
Color Pale yellow colored, slightly opalescent gel
pH 7.2 ± 0.2 at 25˚C (21.0 g/ l)
Solidification 40˚C

Contents

Ingredients Gram/Litre
Tryptone6.00
Yeast Extract3.00
Agar12.00
pH at 25˚C7.2 ± 0.2


Directions

Dissolve 21.00 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 and distribute aseptically in petri plates. Ensure complete solidification and inoculate test sample aseptically.