Learning Objectives:

• Understand the principles of aseptic technique for the prevention of infection and contamination.
• Create and maintain a sterile work area.
• Use sterile equipment and consumables correctly.
• State potential sources of microbial contamination.

Assess whether a sample was contaminated

SOLUTION

Growth medium needs to contain sufficient nutrients and vitamins to support the growth of the microbes of interest. Many growth media are considered general all-purpose media because they are intended to support a wide range of microorganisms. Commonly used options are tryptic soy broth (as a liquid medium) and tryptic soy agar (as a solid medium).…..Please click the icon below to access entire solution at $10