Standard Methods Agar
| Acumedia |
BD / Difco |
BD / BBL |
Oxoid |
Merck |
| Standard Methods Agar (7157) |
247940 |
211638 |
CM0463 |
1.05463 |
Intended Use
Standard Methods Agar is specifically formulated for the enumeration of bacteria in water, wastewater, food, and dairy products. This medium complies with the protocols established by the American Public Health Association (APHA) and the Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC), making it a reliable choice for microbiological testing.
Product Summary and Explanation
Originally developed by researchers Buchbinder, Baris, and Goldstein in 1953 for the APHA, Standard Methods Agar has proven to be an effective dehydrated, milk-free culture medium. Its formulation, which includes 0.25% Yeast Extract, 0.5% Tryptone, 0.1% Dextrose, and 1.5% Agar per liter, has demonstrated comparable results to Tryptone Glucose Extract Agar when supplemented with milk.
Experts recommend using a dehydrated culture medium for the preparation of standard plate count media over traditional methods utilizing fresh ingredients. As a testament to its efficacy, Standard Methods Agar has also widely recognized by the microbiological community as Plate Count Agar or Tryptone Glucose Yeast Agar, and it is detailed in various standard method procedures.
Key Features:
- Designed for accurate enumeration of bacteria in diverse samples.
- Conforms to established public health standards.
- Milk-free formulation for enhanced versatility.
- Easy to prepare with dehydrated components for consistent results.
- Recognized in standard methodologies, ensuring reliability in testing.
Specifications:
For laboratories seeking a dependable and standard-compliant method for bacterial enumeration, Standard Methods Agar is the definitive choice, backed by decades of microbiological research and validation.
