Revolutionising Yeast and Mould Detection with SYMPHONY® Agar

Revolutionising Yeast and Mould Detection SYMPHONY® Agar | Medical Supply Company

Detecting and enumerating yeasts and moulds is critical in ensuring the safety and quality of human and animal food products. Traditional methods like ISO 21527-1:2008 have long been used but come with limitations, such as extended incubation times and complexity in sample processing. SYMPHONY® Agar is a cutting-edge AFNOR validated solution by Biokar Diagnostics, designed to streamline and enhance the process of yeast and mould enumeration.

What is SYMPHONY® Agar?

SYMPHONY® Agar is a versatile method for the enumeration of yeasts and moulds across various matrices, including human and animal food products and environmental samples. Its innovative formulation enables results in just 54 hours, compared to the 5-7 days required by ISO 21527-1:2008.

Advantages of SYMPHONY® Agar Over ISO 21527-1:2008

FeatureISO 21527-1:2008SYMPHONY® Agar
Incubation Time5-7 days54 hours
ConfirmationMay require sub-culturing and microscopic examinationNo confirmation needed
Protocol ComplexitySeparate methods for products with varying water activitySingle protocol for all water activity levels
Reading SimplicityDifficult due to secondary flora interferenceOptimized to limit secondary interference
Thallus Spread ControlNot specifically addressedEffective control of Mucor thallus spread
FlexibilityLimitedSuitable for surface inoculation, pour plate inoculation, and membrane filtration

Key Features of SYMPHONY® Agar

1. Efficiency

SYMPHONY® Agar is specifically formulated to ensure rapid and reliable detection of yeasts and moulds. Its optimized composition minimizes the spread of thallus from moulds like Mucor, enhancing the accuracy of colony counts. Additionally, it inhibits secondary flora, ensuring precise results.

2. Rapidity

Traditional methods require 5-7 days for results. SYMPHONY® Agar cuts this down to just 54 hours, providing actionable results on day 3 compared to day 5-7 with standard methods.

3. Simplicity

The method’s uniform protocol works across all types of samples, regardless of their water activity (≤ or > 0.95). This eliminates the need for separate procedures, reducing training and operational complexity.

4. Versatility

SYMPHONY® Agar can be used for:

  • Surface inoculation
  • Pour plate inoculation
  • Membrane filtration (ideal for water samples)

This flexibility makes it a go-to choice for laboratories handling diverse sample types.

Practical Implementation

Using SYMPHONY® Agar is straightforward:

  1. Prepare a 1:10 dilution of the sample.
  2. Choose the inoculation method:
    • Surface: Spread 0.1 mL on an agar plate.
    • Pour Plate: Add 1 mL to a sterile plate, pour 15 mL of melted SYMPHONY® Agar, mix, and let solidify.
  3. Incubate at 25°C for 54-72 hours.
  4. Enumerate characteristic yeast and mould colonies directly, without confirmation.

Availability

SYMPHONY® Agar is offered in multiple formats to suit laboratory needs:

FormatProduct CodeQuantity
Ready-to-use platesBM2020820 Petri dishes (Ø 90 mm)
Ready-to-melt mediumBM1910810 vials (200 mL each)
Dehydrated mediumBK227HA500 g / 5 kg

Why Choose SYMPHONY® Agar?

SYMPHONY® Agar is more than just an alternative to ISO 21527-1:2008. It is a superior solution that saves time, reduces complexity, and delivers accurate results. Validated by AFNOR Certification under EN ISO 16140-2:2016, SYMPHONY® Agar ensures compliance with industry standards while enhancing operational efficiency.

Transform your yeast and mould detection processes with SYMPHONY® Agar and experience the future of microbiological testing.

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