Technical Data

Media

Triple Sugar Iron Agar (Powder)

T8500

Microbiological Grade

Storage RT Shipping RT

Components (g/L)


Enzymatic Digest of Casein	5
Enzymatic Digest of Animal Tissue	5
Yeast Enriched Peptone	10
Dextrose
Lactose
Sucrose
Ferric Ammonium Citrate	0.2
Sodium Chloride	5
Sodium Thiosulfate	0.3
Phenol Red	0.025
Agar

Identification of gram negative enteric organisms based on carbohydrate fermentation and H2S production.

1. Suspend 60 g of the medium in one liter of purified water. 3. Heat with frequent agitation and boil for one minute to completely dissolve the medium.3. Dispense into tubes and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes.

4. After autoclaving, allow medium to solidify in a slanted position.

Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.