Handbook of Microbiological Media:

• Presents more than 4,000 media formulations for microbiological applications
• Includes comprehensive coverage of bacteria, archaea and fungi
• Contains all the media formulations needed for any microbiology laboratory
• Provides a valuable industrial, medical, veterinary, diagnostic and academic microbiology resource

The third edition of a bestseller, Handbook of Microbiological Media carries on the tradition of excellence. This updated edition lists the formulations, methods of preparation, and uses for more than 4,000 microbiological media.

With almost 30 percent more entries than the previous edition, the book includes:

• new information on international collections of microorganisms
• expanded information on anaerobes and archaea
• formulations and uses of media for isolation, culture, identification, and maintenance of microorganisms

The entries are arranged alphabetically by medium name and include synonyms, sources, and more.

This reference contains the most comprehensive compilation of microbiological media available in a single volume. The only resource you need for all media types, it makes finding media for culturing diverse microorganisms quick and simple. With uniform presentations of media formulations and preparations, it presents easy-to-follow directions and "cookbook recipes" for preparing media. You won't find a more complete or user-friendly microbiology reference anywhere.

Contents

Introduction: Overview. Organization. Names of Media. Trademarks. Composition of Media. Agars. Peptones. Meat and Plant Extracts. Growth Factors. Selective Components. Differential Components. pH Buffers. Preparation of Media. Tyndallization. Inspissation. Autoclaving. Filtration. Caution about Hazardous Components. Uses of Media. Sources of Media. References. Web Resources.

Media, Alphabetical

Index

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