Voges-Proskauer Semisolid Agar for VP Testing – 250g
Semisolid VP Agar for Reliable Voges-Proskauer Testing
Specialized low-agar formulation (3g/L) for detecting bacterial butanediol fermentation pathways. Optimized viscosity enables simultaneous motility observation and metabolic reaction analysis in Enterobacteriaceae identification.
Key Specifications:
Application: Voges-Proskauer biochemical testing
Format: Low-density semisolid powder
Preparation: 31.0g/L distilled water
Sterilization: 121°C for 15 minutes
Critical Step: Post-sterilization mixing
pH: 7.3±0.1 (25°C)
Packaging: 250g/bottle
Shelf Life: 3 years at room temperature
Flexible Protocol:
Dissolve 31.0g in water (scalable volumes)
Boil ≥1 minute for clarity
Sterilize, mix, and solidify in upright tubes
Warning: Inadequate mixing causes agar stratification – invalidates motility assessment.
