BD Difco™ Peptone Water

Description

• Used for diluting or rinsing when performing sterility testing Aid in the complete rinsing of the membrane filter apparatus and are not toxic to microorganisms Contains peptic digest of animal tissue, which provides source of nitrogen for bacteria Provided as prepared, ready-to-use diluents in a variety of bottle sizes and closures Meets United States Pharmacopeia (USP) performance specifications Fluid A (292478) is Peptone Water; used for diluting or rinsing when performing sterility testing Fluid D (299110) is Peptone Water with Polysorbate 80; used for diluting or rinsing samples containing lecithin or oil when performing sterility testing Polysorbate 80 in Fluid D acts as a surfactant to break down the lecithin or oils present