The KAAP dipslide features two different agars (culture medium). KAA agar measures enterococci levels and plate count agar measures a total viable count (particularly for dairy products).
If your sample contains microbiological contaminants, colonies will grow on the dipslide agars. You can then count the colonies and compare with the chart provided to assess the level of contamination.
The dipslides come in a box of 10 with each dipslide housed within a shatterproof plastic tube.
Industry sectors include
- Food
- Dairy Products
- Clinical specimens
How to use the KAAP dip slide
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.
Carefully remove the sterile KAA + Plate Count dip slide from its tube ensuring that no contact is made with the agar (to avoid contamination).
For surface testing, press the KAA + Plate Count 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.
For liquid testing, immerse the KAA + Plate Count dipslide into the fluid for 10 seconds then remove and allow to drain for a few seconds.
Apply a sample of the test substance to a sample swab and gently apply to the agars.
Label the tube with the included stickers then place the slide into an incubator and allow to incubate.
Count the amount of colonies that have grown on the slide and compare them to the comparison chart provided.
KAAP Dipslide Features
Each dipslide features a virtually unbreakable and flexible paddle allowing for even, full surface testing.
Due to the design of the dipslide, fluids will drain off quickly during testing.
Each slide has a handle built into the lid that is recessed to help keep your fingers dry during testing.
One side of the slide will have a circle indicator so you know which side was used for testing which type of contaminant.
Each dipslide is dual sided to allow multiple contamination testing with one test.
Each agar is thick (approx 4mm) and raised above the dipslide to allow for easy surface testing.
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