YEP Agar

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For isolation of dimorphic fungi from clinical and other nonclinical samples.


YEP Agar is recommended for isolation of dimorphic fungi from clinical and other nonclinical samples. It is used for the primary isolation of dimorphic fungi from clinical specimens. Ammonium hydroxide is added to the medium which helps in inhibiting bacteria, yeasts and saprophytic fungi. Phenol red changes the colour of the medium from pale tan to pink to show that the 1 N NH4OH has been applied to Yeast extract supplies B-complex vitamins, amino acids and carbohydrates to support fungal growth. Phosphate buffer maintains a slightly acidic pH.
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Product Name YEP Agar
SKU M1421
Product Type Regular
Physical Form Powder
Origin Animal Free (Microbial)
Packaging type HDPE
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