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Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Orange Serum Agar (Dehydrated)
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for the isolation and enumeration of microorganisms that are capable of surviving citrus products.
Specifications:
| Application | Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology | ||
| Storage Temperature | Room Temperature | ||
| Product Type | Culture Medium | Forms | Powder |
| Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™, Oxoid | Target Organism Class | Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus brevis, Leuconostoc mesenteroides and Leuconostoc dextranicum3. |
| Product Grade | Microbiology grade | ||
The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Orange Serum Agar (Dehydrated) is a microbiological growth medium designed for the isolation and enumeration of microorganisms capable of surviving in citrus products. This medium is optimized for the recovery of acid-tolerant microorganisms, including lactic acid bacteria, yeasts, and molds, which are common spoilage organisms in citrus-based products. Its formulation makes it a superior choice for detecting spoilage organisms in acidic environments.
Key Features
- Optimized for Acidic Environments:
- Formulated to support the growth of acid-tolerant microorganisms commonly found in citrus products.
- Comprehensive Recovery:
- Detects spoilage organisms such as:
- Lactic acid bacteria: Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus brevis, Leuconostoc mesenteroides, Leuconostoc dextranicum.
- Yeasts and molds.
- Detects spoilage organisms such as:
- Superior Performance:
- Proven superior in comparative studies for the total count and detection of spoilage organisms in citrus products.
- Balanced Nutritional Composition:
- Tryptone: Provides amino acids and complex nitrogenous substances.
- Glucose: Acts as a fermentable carbohydrate and energy source.
- Yeast Extract: Supplies essential vitamins for growth.
- Orange Serum: Creates an optimal environment for acid-tolerant microorganisms.
Specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Description | Orange Serum Agar |
| Form | Powder |
| Product Type | Agar |
| Quantity | 500 g |
| Yield | Prepares 13.5L of medium |
| Unit Size | Each |
| Catalog Number | CM0657B |
Applications
- Food Microbiology:
- Isolate and enumerate spoilage organisms in citrus products, including juices and concentrates.
- Quality Assurance:
- Monitor and control microbial contamination in citrus-based food and beverage production.
- Research:
- Study acid-tolerant microbial populations and their role in spoilage.
Advantages
- Specialized Formulation: Specifically designed for the acidic environment of citrus products.
- Proven Efficacy: Outperforms other media in detecting spoilage organisms in citrus products.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for food microbiology and spoilage organism research.
- Reliable Results: Facilitates accurate detection and enumeration of spoilage organisms.
Preparation Instructions
- Suspend 37g of Orange Serum Agar powder in 1 liter of distilled water.
- Heat to dissolve completely.
- Sterilize by autoclaving at 121°C for 15 minutes.
- Cool to approximately 50°C, then pour into sterile Petri dishes or use as required.
General References
- Hays G. L. (1951). Proc. Florida State Hort. Soc., 64th Ann. Meeting.
- Murdock D. I. and Brokaw C. H. (1958). Food Tech. 12, 573-576.
- Hays G. L. and Riester D. W. (1952). Food Tech. 6, 386-389.
- Murdock D. I., Folinazzo J. F., and Troy V. S. (1952). Food Tech. 6, 181-185.
Packaging
- Quantity: 500g powder per unit.
- Yield: Prepares 13.5L of medium.
Why Choose Orange Serum Agar?
- Specifically designed for spoilage organisms in citrus products.
- Proven superior in identifying acid-tolerant microorganisms.
- Reliable and easy to prepare, ensuring consistent results in food microbiology testing.