TSA + Neutralizing / TSA + Neutralizing dipslide is a ready-to-use device with a non-selective solid medium coated onto both sides of a plastic support used for the microbial monitoring of surfaces and liquids even in the presence of residues of disinfectants.
TEST PROCEDURE
- Take a slide from the refrigerator and leave it at ambient temperature for about 5 minutes.
- Unscrew and extract the slide from its cylindrical container. Avoid any contact with the agar surface.
- For surface monitoring, flex the cap forming a 90° angle and press each side of the slide
firmly against the surface to be examined for 10 seconds. Alternatively,
use a swab for sampling the area, afterwards roll the swab gently over the agar
surface. For examination of liquids, hold the slide by the cap and immerse it completely into the test fluid.
- Reinsert the slide into its tube, screw it tight and incubate at 30-35°C for up to 5 days.
RESULTS INTERPRETATION
Count the number of colonies on both sides and report the average number.
APPEARANCE
Slightly opalescent, light amber.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
10-25°C away
from light, until the expiry date on the label. Eliminate if signs of
deterioration or contamination are evident.
SHELF LIFE
9 months
