Bacteriological Counting Plate
Item Name Code (INC) 13507
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Additional Information for Bacteriological Counting Plate
Bacteriological counting plates, also known as agar plates or petri dishes, are a type of laboratory equipment used for the enumeration and isolation of bacteria. They are part of the supply class Laboratory Equipment And Supplies in the supply group Instruments And Laboratory Equipment.
Bacteriological counting plates are typically made of glass or plastic and have a flat, circular shape with a lid. The bottom of the plate is coated with a nutrient-rich agar medium that provides the necessary nutrients for bacterial growth. The agar medium may also contain specific additives or indicators to aid in the identification and differentiation of different types of bacteria.
To use a bacteriological counting plate, a sample containing bacteria is spread or streaked onto the surface of the agar using a sterile inoculating loop or swab. The plate is then incubated at a specific temperature and time to allow the bacteria to grow and form visible colonies. Each visible colony represents a single bacterial cell or a group of genetically identical cells.
Once the colonies have formed, they can be counted and analyzed to determine the bacterial count or concentration in the original sample. Bacteriological counting plates are commonly used in microbiology laboratories, clinical settings, and research facilities to study bacterial populations, assess the effectiveness of antimicrobial agents, and monitor the quality of food, water, and other environmental samples.
It is important to note that bacteriological counting plates should be handled and stored properly to prevent contamination and ensure accurate results. They should be stored in a cool, dry place and used before their expiration date. Additionally, proper aseptic techniques should be followed during sample preparation and plate inoculation to avoid cross-contamination.
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- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4