Plate Count Agar (A.P.H.A.)

(Standard Methods Agar, Tryptone Glucose Yeast Agar)

LAB 10

Description

Formulated to A.P.H.A. specifications, this medium is used for establishing total viable counts for aerobes in food, dairy and water bacteriology. The product uses agar of very high gel strength in order that it can be used in pour-plate as well as surface inoculation techniques. The product can be remelted prior to use although it should not be held for a prolonged period in the molten stage.