Orange Serum Agar – HX-MEDIA

Name: Orange Serum Agar - HX-MEDIA
SKU: HXM-OSA-01
Availability: InStock

Principle :- Orange Serum Agar was originally developed by Murdock et al (1951) and Hays (1951) for examining citrus concentrates. Orange serum agar provides an acid environment and is also a source of carbon, and other essential nutrients. The media is composed of tryptone, yeast extract, dextrose, Dipotassium phosphate, orange serum and agar. Tryptone and yeast extract provides nitrogenous, carbonaceous compounds, trace elements and other essential growth nutrients including vitamins. Dextrose is carbon and energy source. Phosphate buffers the medium.

Use :- Recommended for cultivation and enumeration of microorganisms associated with the spoilage of citrus products, cultivation of Lactobacilli, other aciduric organisms and pathogenic fungi from food and clinical samples.

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Directions :- Dissolve 45.50 grams in 1000 ml purified / distilled water. Heat Orange Serum Agar to dissolve the medium completely. Sterilize by autoclaving at 15 lbs pressure (121°C) for 15 minutes (Avoid overheating). Cool to 45-50°C. Mix well and pour into sterile Petri plates.

Specimens types analyzed :- Food and dairy, clinical samples.

Precautions to be taken :- These microbial media are intended for the in-vitro use only. All the handling, experiments, storage, and discarding should be performed with the help of trained and experienced technicians and as per the established guidelines. The material should be disposed only after proper sterilization by autoclaving.

Performance and Evaluation :- The expected performance of the medium is liable to use as per the direction on the label when stored at optimum conditions and within expiry date.

Storage and Shelf Life :- Hygroscopic; keep container tightly closed. Store at temperatures below 30⁰C and dry place. Expected performance when stored at optimum conditions and within expiry date.

Disposal :- To avoid the contamination or propagation of any hazardous microbes used, unusable or modified preparation of this product must be disposed after autoclaving or incineration after completion of task.

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