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FSTest Lactic Acid Bacteria Count Plate | Rapid LAB Testing
Precision & Efficiency: FSTest Lactic Acid Bacteria Count Plate (Gel-Type)
Streamlining microbiological testing in dairy, probiotic, and fermented food industries with ready-to-use chromogenic technology.
With the rapid growth of the probiotic industry and functional fermented foods, ensuring stringent quality control and accurate microbial testing has become paramount. Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) enumeration serves as a critical indicator of active cell counts, product quality, and shelf-life stability.
To overcome the limitations of traditional agar plate methods—such as tedious media preparation, time-consuming autoclaving, and complex colony counting—FSTest Corporation introduces the Lactic Acid Bacteria Count Plate (Gel-Type) (Cat NO: 21118). This innovative solution provides food manufacturers and testing laboratories with a fast, reliable, and highly efficient testing methodology.
1. Working Principle
The FSTest Lactic Acid Bacteria Count Plate (Gel-Type) is a pre-prepared, paper-based culture medium system designed for rapid enumeration and selective detection:
· Selective Nutrient Medium & Inhibitors: Integrated with a specialized nutrient matrix and selective inhibitors, the plate suppresses non-target flora (such as molds and unwanted bacteria) while creating an optimal growth environment for Lactic Acid Bacteria.
· Cold-Water Gelling Agent & Chromogenic Indicator: Incorporates a cold-water-soluble gelling agent combined with advanced chromogenic indicators. Upon sample inoculation, the liquid sample is rapidly absorbed to form a uniform gel. As LAB colonies grow, metabolic reactions trigger distinct color indicators (forming clear red colonies with or without gas bubbles), simplifying colony identification and counting.
· Ready-to-Use Convenience: Eliminates traditional medium preparation steps—such as heating, autoclaving, and plate pouring—significantly reducing laboratory labor and operational turnaround times.
2. Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification / Detail |
Product Name | Lactic Acid Bacteria Count Plate (Gel-type) |
Brand | FSTest |
Catalog Number (CatNO) | 21118 |
Packaging Specification | 25 PCS/Pack |
Shelf Life | 18 Months |
Key Features | Ready-to-use, compact footprint, long shelf life, high batch-to-batch consistency, clear visual interpretation. |
3. Key Applications & Target Industries
Specifically engineered for foods containing added or naturally occurring lactic acid bacteria, this product is widely utilized across several sectors:
· Dairy & Probiotic Manufacturing: Quality control during the production of yogurt, fermented milk, cheese, probiotic powders, and dietary supplements to ensure live cell count standards.
· Fermented Foods & Beverages: Routine testing for fermented meats (e.g., sausages), fermented vegetables (pickles, sauerkraut), kimchi, kombucha, and plant-based fermented beverages.
· Third-Party Laboratories & Regulatory Agencies: Rapid screening, high-throughput testing, and hygiene monitoring in commercial QA/QC testing facilities.
4. Partner with FSTest for Enhanced Lab Efficiency
Upgrade your food safety workflows with FSTest rapid microbial testing solutions. Contact our technical team today to request sample kits, product documentation, or tailored application support.
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