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Malt Extract Agar

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Product Code Pack Size List Price Qty  
CM0004-X 100g £20.95
CM0004-2X 250g £43.95
CM0004-5X 500g £79.45
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Malt extract agar is used for the detection, isolation and enumeration of yeasts and moulds.

The high carbohydrate content of the medium ensures rapid growth of yeasts and moulds. Malt extract and mycological peptone provide the carbon, protein and nutrient sources required by the organisms.

The acidic nature of this medium allows for optimal growth of moulds and yeasts while restricting bacterial growth. Malt extract agar can also be used for the cultivation of fungi, although with the prolonged incubation necessary, cultures may become overgrown by bacteria.

The selectivity of the medium can be increased by lowering the pH to 3.5-4.0 or by the addition of selective agents such as chloramphenicol.

Used for the detection, isolation and enumeration of yeasts and moulds.

Shelf Life (days): 1095 days

Storage Temp (°C)
10-30°C

Dehydrated Medium Appearance: Fine Powder

Prepared Medium Appearance: Firm Gel

Dehydrated Medium Colour: Beige

Prepared Medium Colour: Pale Brown

Dehydrated PH: 5.4 ± 0.2

Prepared PH: 5.4 ± 0.2

Recommended Incubation: Aerobically at 25-30°C for up to 7 days

Formula g/L

Malt extract: 30.0

Mycological peptone: 5.0

Agar: 15.0

Total: 50.0

Shelf Life (days)

Storage Temp (°C)

Dehydrated Medium Appearance

Prepared Medium Appearance

Dehydrated Medium Colour

Prepared Medium Colour

Dehydrated PH

Prepared PH

Cas Number: 8002-48-0

Hazard Phrases: H0001

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