INTENDED USE
- TraceMedia™ Potato Dextrose Agar is recommended in standards applied to cosmetics. It can be used as a selective medium after the addition of chloramphenicol or for application testing. The medium supports the growth of yeast and mold.
- Typical composition is described in NF EN ISO 18416.
PRINCIPLE
- Glucose and potato extract are favorable for the growth of yeast and mold.
- Low pH inhibits most other microorganisms.
- Potato extract eliminates the need for using potato infusion.
RESULTS
- Count the total yeast and mold colonies.