Neogen® Culture Media Gelatin, 500g
The Neogen® Culture Media Gelatin is a high-quality protein source and solidifying agent, meticulously formulated for use in preparing microbiological culture media in laboratory settings. This gelatin is specifically designed for scientific research and quality control applications in microbiology.
Derived chiefly from the hydrolysis of collagen, Neogen® Gelatin boasts a uniform molecular constitution, making it an essential component in the formulation of culture media. Historically introduced into bacteriology by Robert Koch in the late 19th century, gelatin has played a pivotal role in the advancement of microbiological techniques, including the innovative gelatin tube and plate methods.
This versatile gelatin is primarily utilized to determine gelatinolysis—the activity of bacteria in producing gelatinases. Several standard microbiological methods reference gelatin-containing media, asserting its importance in diverse laboratory applications.
Key Features:
- High-quality protein source for microbiological culture media preparation.
- Uniform molecular structure derived from collagen for consistent results.
- Essential for determining gelatinolysis by bacteria.
- Supports a variety of applications specified in standard microbiology methods.
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Intended Use:
- For use as a protein source and solidifying agent in microbiological culture media.
