Oxoid POTATO DEXTROSE AGAR CM0139B

Oxoid Potato Dextrose Agar CM0139B

Oxoid Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA) CM0139B is a general-purpose medium used for the cultivation, enumeration, and identification of yeasts and molds in food, beverages, environmental samples, and clinical materials. Formulated from dehydrated potato infusion and dextrose, it provides an enriched environment that promotes rapid and luxuriant fungal growth. PDA is widely recognized and used in mycology laboratories for fungal culture work and conforms to quality control standards in food and pharmaceutical industries.

Features

• enriched fungal medium – supports robust growth of yeasts and molds

• simple and effective formulation – contains only essential nutrients for optimal fungal development

• high clarity – allows easy observation of colony morphology

• versatile use – suitable for both culturing and enumerating fungi from diverse sample types

• compatible with antibiotics – can be supplemented with chloramphenicol or other inhibitors to suppress bacterial growth

• quality assured – manufactured under rigorous standards for consistency and reliability

Application

• food microbiology – detection and quantification of fungi in raw and processed foods

• beverage testing – monitoring of spoilage yeasts in juices, beer, wine, and soft drinks

• environmental analysis – surveillance of airborne and surface fungi in production areas

• clinical microbiology – culturing dermatophytes and other pathogenic fungi

• pharmaceutical and cosmetic QC – fungal contamination testing of ingredients and finished products

• research and education – widely used in microbiology teaching and mycological studies

Specification

• product name: Oxoid Potato Dextrose Agar CM0139B

• format: dehydrated culture medium

• typical composition per liter:

  • potato extract: 4.0 g

  • dextrose: 20.0 g

  • agar: 15.0 g

• final pH: 5.6 ± 0.2 at 25 °C

• appearance: light beige, free-flowing powder

• preparation: dissolve 39 g in 1 liter of distilled water, sterilize by autoclaving at 121 °C for 15 minutes

• storage conditions: store sealed in a cool, dry place (10 – 30 °C), protect from moisture and light

• shelf-life: refer to manufacturer’s expiry date on the container

Conclusion

Oxoid Potato Dextrose Agar CM0139B is a trusted and widely used fungal medium offering consistent performance for yeast and mold culture. With its straightforward formulation and broad application across industries, PDA remains an essential tool in mycology laboratories for effective fungal detection and research.