Description
DESCRIPTION
Aeromonas Agar is a selective medium used for the detection and enumeration of Aeromonas spp in food, water and other materials of sanitary importance.
METHOD PRINCIPLE
Proteose peptone provides amino acids, nitrogen, carbon, vitamins and minerals for organisms growth. Yeast
extract is a source of vitamins, particularly of B-group. Lactose, inositol, sorbitol and xylose are fermentable
carbohydrates. Sodium chloride maintains the osmotic balance of the medium. Bile salts and sodium
thiosulphate are selective agents effective against Gram-positive bacteria. Sodium thiosulphate and ferric
ammonium citrate permit detection of hydrogen sulfide production. Bromothymol blue is the pH indicator.
Ampicillin is included into the medium to inhibit non-Aeromonas species. Agar is the solidifying agent.
Disclaimer: This product is for laboratory use only.