For the selective enumeration of yeasts and molds in milk and other milk products.
Specifications
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
Description
A fine, free flowing, hygroscopic powder
Color
Beige colored powder
Solubility
Soluble in Distilled / de-ionized water at 50˚C
Color
Light amber colored opalescent
pH
6.6 ±0.2 at 25˚C (40.00 g/ l)
Solidification
40˚C
Color
Light amber colored slightly opalescent gel
Contents
Ingredients
Gram/Litre
Yeast Extract
5.00
Glucose
20.00
Chloramphenicol
0.10
Agar
15.00
pH at 25˚C
6.6 ±0.2
Directions
Dissolve 40.00 grams in 1000 ml distilled water, boil to dissolve the medium
completely. Sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs. pressure (121°C) for 15 min, cool it to 42-45 °C and
distribute aseptically in sterile petri plates. Ensure complete solidification and inoculate test
sample aseptically.
