RXSOL
Lab Chemical
GELATIN POWDER FOR BATERIOLOGY
SKU: RXSOL-60-6604-627
Gelatin is recommended for use as follows: For detecting proteolytic enzyme (gelatinase) producing microorganisms using Nutrient Gelatin, Gelatin Mannitol Salt Agar, Lactose Gelatin medium, etc.
For demonstrating motility of the microorganisms using Motility Gelatin Infusion
Application
Gelatin is a protein source and solidifying agent for use in preparing microbiological culture media. ... Certain microorganisms elaborate gelatinolytic enzymes (gelatinases) which hydrolyze gelatin, causing liquefaction of a solidified medium. Gelatin is also used as a nitrogen and amino acid source.
Dosage
Gelatine is used when preparing microbiology culture media in a laboratory setting. Gelatine is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions in humans. A collagenous protein used for the solidification of culture media and for the detection and differentiation of certain proteolytic bacteria.
