Plate Count (PCA) + Baird Parker Dipslide (Box of 10)


Plate Count Agar tests for organisms / total growth present in samples (in particular dairy products). The Baird Parker Agar tests for staphylococci in food including dairy.
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Manufactured in ISO 9001 certified conditions. |
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Product Information |
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Front Agar Type | Baird Parker |
Front Agar Colour | Yellow |
Front Agar Growth | Staphylococci |
Rear Agar Type | Plate Count (PCA) |
Rear Agar Colour | Straw |
Rear Agar Growth | Total Count |
Shelf Life | 6 to 8 months |
Certification | ISO 9001 |
Suggested Incubation Times | 24 - 48 Hours |
Suggested Incubation Temp | 35°C |
Important information | To ensure that we can offer our customers maximum shelf life, these slides are manufactured to order and as a result, delivery can be up to 5 weeks. |
About the plate count (pca) + baird parker dipslide (box of 10)
The BPP Dipslide features two different agars (culture medium). One side has Plate Count Agar (PCA). This agar measures viable organisms / total count (particularly in dairy products). The other side has Baird Parker Agar. This agar tests for staphylococci in food including dairy.
The combination of these two agars make this slide particularly ideal for the dairy industry.
If your sample contains microbiological contaminants, colonies will grow on the dipslide agars. The user can count the colonies and use the included comparison chart to assess the level of infection.
These dipslides come in a box of 10. Each dipslide is housed within a shatterproof plastic tube.
This dipslide is a special item and therefore requires a production run.
Industry sectors include
- Dairy
- Food
- Water
How to use the BPP dip slide

Step 1 : Remove slide
Carefully remove the sterile BPP 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 BPP 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.

Step 2 : If liquid testing
For liquid testing, immerse the BPP dipslide into the fluid for 10 seconds then remove and allow to drain for a few seconds.

Step 2 : If swab testing
Apply a sample of the test substance to a sterile swab and gently apply to the agars.

Step 3 : Incubate Slide
Label the tube with the included stickers then place the slide into an incubator and allow to incubate.

Step 4 : Compare results
Count the amount of colonies that have grown on the slide and compare them to the comparison chart provided.
BPP Dipslide Features

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

Easy Run Off Design
Due to the design of the BPP dipslide, fluids will drain off quickly during testing.

Recessed Handle
Each BPP 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 BPP dipslide is dual sided to allow multiple testing with one slide.

Thick Reliable Agar
Each BPP agar is thick (approx 4mm) and raised above the dipslide to allow for easy surface testing.
Additional Details
Product Reference : BPP
Internal catalogue reference : DS001-67
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