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

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Plate Count and VRBG (PCV dipslides) test for total count bacteria on one side and enterobacteriaceae on the other.

Pack Size

10 dipslides

£11.96

	Made in the UK
	Manufactured in ISO 9001 certified conditions.
	Worldwide shipping available
	Pay via Credit/Debit Card, PayPal or bank transfer online. PO number can be added during checkout if required.

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Volume Discounts
Order 51 or more boxes	Receive a 5.27% discount	Price per box £11.33
Order 101 or more boxes	Receive a 8.92% discount	Price per box £10.89
Order 251 or more boxes	Receive a 14.24% discount	Price per box £10.26
Order 501 or more boxes	Receive a 18.89% discount	Price per box £9.70
Order 1000 or more boxes	Receive a 33.65% discount	Price per box £7.94

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
Shelf Life	6 to 8 months
Certification	ISO 9001
Suggested Incubation Times	24 - 48 Hours
Suggested Incubation Temp	35°C
Important information	1 - 2 weeks dispatch time

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

These dipslides have Plate Count Agar on one side and VRBG Agar on the other. Plate Count Agar is for total count applications and VRBG Agar tests for Enterobacteriaceae.

It comes in a pack size of 10 slides per box. The slide has a flexible paddle and is located in a shatterproof container.

Flexible Paddle

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

Easy Run Off Design

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

Recessed Handle

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

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

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

Thick Reliable Agar

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

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.

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).

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.