Plate Count Agar (PCA), also referred to as Standard Methods Agar (SMA), is a widely used microbiological medium formulated for the enumeration of viable aerobic bacteria in food products, water samples, dairy, pharmaceuticals, and environmental surfaces. This nutrient-rich agar supports the growth of a broad spectrum of non-fastidious microorg…
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Plate Count Agar (PCA), also referred to as Standard Methods Agar (SMA), is a widely used microbiological medium formulated for the enumeration of viable aerobic bacteria in food products, water samples, dairy, pharmaceuticals, and environmental surfaces. This nutrient-rich agar supports the growth of a broad spectrum of non-fastidious microorganisms, making it the standard medium for determining total viable bacterial counts (TVC) in compliance with USP, FDA, and ISO methods.
Each plate contains 20mL of pre-poured sterile media in a standard 100 x 15mm polystyrene petri dish, designed to ensure consistency and reduce preparation time in microbiology labs. The formulation promotes clear, well-isolated colony formation for accurate counting and analysis. Ideal for quality assurance, environmental monitoring, and routine microbial testing, PCA/SMA is a critical component in food safety, public health, and industrial microbiology.
Plates are gamma-irradiated and triple-wrapped or shrink-sealed to maintain sterility and shelf stability. Supplied in packs of 10, these ready-to-use agar plates offer convenience, reliability, and high performance in both research and regulated laboratory settings.
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