Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Malt Extract Agar (Dehydrated)

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Malt Extract Agar (Dehydrated) is a reliable medium for the detection, isolation, and enumeration of yeasts and molds. Its formulation, based on the work of Galloway and Burgess, supports luxuriant growth, allowing the observation of typical morphology and pigmentation. This medium is widely used in food, clinical, environmental, and research microbiology workflows.

Key Features

1. Nutrient-Rich Composition:
   • Contains mycological peptone to promote robust growth of yeasts and molds with typical morphology and pigmentation.
2. Wide Applicability:
   • Suitable for detection, isolation, and enumeration of fungi in various sample types.
3. Versatile Usage:
   • Can be acidified to suppress bacterial growth, making it ideal for mycological counts.
4. Reliable and Reproducible:
   • Provides consistent results across diverse microbiology applications.
5. Dehydrated Format:
   • Easy to handle, dissolve, and prepare for use in laboratory workflows.

Applications

1. Food Microbiology

• Detection and enumeration of yeasts and molds in fermented foods, dairy, and beverages.

2. Clinical Microbiology

• Isolation and identification of yeasts and fungi from clinical specimens.

3. Environmental Microbiology

• Monitoring fungal contamination in soil, water, and industrial environments.

4. Research Microbiology

• Studies on fungal morphology, pigmentation, and growth patterns.

Specifications

Preparation Instructions

1. Suspend: Suspend 50g of Malt Extract Agar powder in 1 liter of distilled water.
2. Mix and Heat: Heat with frequent agitation until fully dissolved.
3. Sterilize: Autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes.
4. Dispense: Pour into sterile Petri dishes or tubes and allow to solidify.

Advantages

1. Supports Typical Morphology: Enables growth with visible fungal pigmentation and structure.
2. Selective Preparation: Acidification can suppress bacterial growth for selective fungal recovery.
3. Reproducible Performance: Consistent results for mycological enumeration and isolation.
4. Cost-Effective: High yield of 10.0L per 500g, suitable for routine laboratory use.

Quality Control

Storage and Stability

• Storage: Store the dehydrated medium at 10–30°C in a dry environment.
• Shelf Life: Refer to the product label for expiration date.

Packaging

• Product: Malt Extract Agar (Dehydrated)
• Catalog Number: CM0059B
• Quantity: 500g
• Yield: 10.0L of prepared medium

The Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Malt Extract Agar (Dehydrated) is a trusted medium for detecting, isolating, and enumerating yeasts and molds. Its ability to support the growth of fungi with characteristic morphology and pigmentation makes it essential for microbiology laboratories working in food safety, clinical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and research.