Plate Count (PCA) + Violet Red Bile Glucose (VRBG) Dipslides (Box of 10)

  • Plate Count (PCA) + Violet Red Bile Glucose (VRBG)
MADE IN THE UK under ISO 9001
Plate Count (PCA) + Violet Red Bile Glucose (VRBG)
£12.74
Approximately $16.26, €15.44 | Tax excluded
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Plate Count and VRBG (PCV dipslides) test for total count bacteria on one side and enterobacteriaceae on the other.

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Product Information
Front Agar Type Plate Count (PCA)
Front Agar Colour Straw
Front Agar Growth Total Count
Rear Agar Type Violet Red Bile Glucose (VRBG)
Rear Agar Colour Red/Purple
Rear Agar Growth Enterobacteriaceae
Certification ISO 9001
Suggested Incubation Times 24 - 48 Hours
Suggested Incubation Temp 35°C

About Our plate count (pca) + violet red bile glucose (vrbg) dipslides (box of 10)

These dipslides feature two different agars (culture medium). They have Plate Count Agar on one side and VRBG Agar on the other side. They test for total viable count and enterobacteriaceae.

Plate Count Agar - This agar is used to test for viable organisms in dairy products and water. It offers a total count.

VRBG Agar - This is selective for Enterobacteriaceae (this includes coliforms). VRBG agar is often used in food safety applications. Growth shows as pink / purple colonies.

If your sample contains bacteria, colonies will grow on the dipslide. To interpret your results, you will need to count the colonies and compare with the chart provided.

These dipslides come in a pack size of 10 slides per box. The slide has a flexible paddle and is within a shatterproof container. 

Industry sectors include

  • Dairy
  • Food safety
  • Animal feed

How to use the PCV dipslides

Simply remove the dipslide and immerse in (or press against) the sample for approx 10 seconds. Remove dipslide and allow to drain (if necessary) for a few seconds, then replace the slide back into the tube and incubate for a minimum of 24 hours (up to a maximum of 48 hours).

A comparison chart is included so you can easily compare your results.

Remove Plate Count / VRBG slide from tube

Step 1 : Remove slide

Carefully remove the sterile Plate Count / VRBG dip slide from its tube ensuring that no contact is made with the agar (to avoid contamination).

Surface testing

Step 2 : If Surface Testing

For surface testing, press the Plate Count / VRBG dipslide onto the surface. If needed, place a finger on the bottom of the slide (on the plastic, not the agar) to apply extra pressure.

Liquid Testing

Step 2 : If liquid testing

For liquid testing, immerse the Plate Count / VRBG dipslide into the fluid for 10 seconds then remove and allow to drain for a few seconds.

Swab Testing

Step 2 : If swab testing

Apply a sample of the test substance to a sterile swab and gently apply to the agars.

Incubate the dipslide

Step 3 : Incubate Slide

Label the tube with the included stickers then place the slide into an incubator and allow to incubate.

compare dipslide results

Step 4 : Compare results

Count the amount of colonies that have grown on the slide and compare them to the comparison chart provided.

PCV Dipslide Features

Flexible paddle

Flexible Paddle

Each dipslide features a virtually unbreakable and flexible paddle allowing for even, full surface testing.

Easy run off design

Easy Run Off Design

Due to the design of the dipslide, fluids will drain off quickly during testing.

Recessed Handle

Recessed Handle

Each slide has a handle built into the lid that is recessed to help keep your fingers dry during testing.

Side Indicator

Side Indicator

One side of the slide will have a circle indicator so you know which side was used for testing which type of contaminant.

Dual sided paddle

Dual Sided

Each dipslide is dual sided to allow multiple contamination testing with one test.

Thick reliable Agar

Thick Reliable Agar

Each agar is thick (approx 4mm) and raised above the dipslide to allow for easy surface testing.

Additional Details

Product Reference : PCV

Internal catalogue reference : DS001-14

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