Malt Extract Agar

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Variation ID		Product Code	Pack Size	List Price
18209	photo_camera	CM0004-X	100g CM0004-X	£20.95
18210	photo_camera	CM0004-2X	250g CM0004-2X	£43.95
18211	photo_camera	CM0004-5X	500g CM0004-5X	£79.45

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)	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