Alpha - PEC Chromogenic Agar

Product Description

PEC Chromogenic Agar is a selective medium specially formulated for the isolation and detection of E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Candida albicans. These species are identifiable due to the mixture of chromogenic substrates and, additionally, tryptophan allows for Indole test to be performed for further E. coli confirmation.

PREPARATION 
Mix 47.5 grams of the medium in one liter of purified water until evenly dispersed. Heat with repeated stirring and boil for one minute to dissolve completely. AVOID OVERHEATING. DO NOT AUTCLAVE.

QUALITY CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS
1. The powder is homogenous, free flowing and beige.
2. Visually the prepared medium is light to medium yellow, with trace to light haze.
3. Expected cultural response after 24-48 hours at 37 ºC.

STORAGE
Store the sealed bottle containing the dehydrated medium at 2 to 30°C. Once opened and recapped, place the container in a low humidity environment at the same storage temperature. Protect it from moisture and light. The dehydrated medium should be discarded if it is not free flowing or if the color has changed from the original color.