Nutrient Agar 1.5%

 

Use: A dehydrated culture medium recommended for the cultivation of non-fastidious microorganisms, according to the methods described by the American Public Health Association.

Description: Nutrient Agar 1.5% is a basic medium composed of a simple peptone and beef extract. The gelatin peptone contributes organic nitrogen in the form of amino acids and long-chained fatty acids. The beef extract provides additional vitamins, carbohydrates, salts, and other organic nitrogen compounds. If needed, other enrichments may be added to the prepared media or during the preparation of the dehydrated powder. Blood may be prepared with Nutrient Agar 1.5%.

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