Thermo Scientific™ Tryptic Soy Agar with Lecithin, Polysorbate 80 (Microbial Content Test Agar)

Description

Detect and enumerate microorganisms present on surfaces of sanitary importance using this medium.

Detect and enumerate microorganisms present on surfaces of sanitary importance using Thermo Scientific™ Remel™ Tryptic Soy Agar with Lecithin, Polysorbate 80 (Microbial Content Test Agar). The combination of lecithin and polysorbate 80 in an agar medium effectively neutralizes disinfectants¹. Tryptic Soy Agar (TSA) is prepared according to the Soybean-Casein Agar formula recommended in the United States Pharmacopeia (USP)². TSA with Lecithin and Polysorbate 80 is compatible with environmental air sampling procedures.

Tryptic Soy Agar with Lecithin, Polysorbate 80 (Microbial Content Test Agar) is a solid medium recommended for use in qualitative procedures for the detection and enumeration of microorganisms.

Casein peptone and soy peptone provide essential amino acids, peptides and nitrogenous substances necessary for the growth of bacteria. Sodium chloride is a source of essential electrolytes and maintains osmotic equilibrium. Lecithin and polysorbate 80 neutralize residual compounds that may be present on the material being sampled. Agar is a solidifying agent.

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Specifications

• Description: Tryptic Soy Agar w/Lecithin, Polysorbate 80
• Format: B Septum - 500mL
• Product Type: Agar
• Quantity: 10/Pk.

Safety and Handling

SDS

Part Nos. R112718 and R119841 not intended for IVD use.