Oxoid SABOURAUD DEXTROSE AGAR CM0041B

Oxoid Sabouraud Dextrose Agar CM0041B

Oxoid Sabouraud Dextrose Agar CM0041B is a selective medium specifically formulated for the cultivation, isolation, and enumeration of yeasts and molds. With its high dextrose content and acidic pH, this medium supports the growth of fungi while inhibiting most bacterial species. It is widely used in clinical, industrial, cosmetic, and food microbiology for routine fungal testing.

features

• formulated with high glucose content to enhance fungal growth

• acidic pH (approximately 5.6) suppresses bacterial contamination

• suitable for qualitative and quantitative fungal testing

• supports a broad range of yeasts and filamentous fungi

• can be supplemented with antibiotics to further inhibit bacterial growth

• standardized formulation for consistent and reliable performance

application

• clinical diagnostics – culturing of dermatophytes and pathogenic yeasts from clinical specimens

• food and beverage industry – monitoring of yeast and mold contamination in products and processing areas

• pharmaceutical and cosmetic testing – microbial quality control for non-sterile products

• water testing – detection of fungal contamination in potable and industrial water

• environmental monitoring – assessing air and surface contamination in cleanrooms and production zones

• academic and research – study of fungal morphology and growth under various conditions

specification

• product name: Oxoid Sabouraud Dextrose Agar CM0041B

• format: dehydrated culture medium

• typical composition per liter:

  • peptone: 10.0 g

  • dextrose: 40.0 g

  • agar: 15.0 g

• final pH: 5.6 ± 0.2 at 25 °C

• preparation: dissolve 65 g in 1 liter of distilled water, sterilize at 121 °C for 15 minutes

• storage conditions: store tightly closed in a dry place at 10 – 30 °C

• shelf-life: use before the expiration date indicated on the label

conclusion

It is a reliable medium for the cultivation of fungi in clinical, industrial, and research settings. Its high dextrose content and low pH provide optimal conditions for fungal growth while minimizing bacterial interference, ensuring accurate and efficient microbial analysis.