PLATE COUNT AGAR (as per BIS)

Plate count agar is used for determination of plate counts of microorganisms from samples. This media was formulated and described by Buchbinder et al. Plate count agar is also suitable for determining bacterial count in food, water, milk and milk products indicating microbial contamination. This present formula complies with the specifications given by IS: 5402 ? 1969. The BIS recommends pour plate technique with this culture medium.

for sanitary examination of surfaces that is for counts before and after application of disinfectants.