The HygieneChek™ PLUS Total Count TTC/ Total Count TTC is an easy to use, reliable and economic agar-based test system to check for microbiological contamination in various liquids and on surfaces.  It is based on a double-sided agar paddle which is used to detect and identify various microorganisms commonly found in foods, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.  Microbiological samples can be taken from liquids and surfaces directly in the processing environment (including production lines), kitchens, cafeterias,  supermarkets, military areas and clean rooms. It can also be used for air sampling.

The only equipment required for the HygieneChek™ PLUS Total Count TTC/ Total Count TTC is an incubator and optionally a bench top autoclave. The test system consists of a container with a screw cap and a removable paddle. The surface of the paddle is covered on both sides with a nutrient agar medium.

Total Count TTC (Agar is beige) - The medium does not contain any neutralizing agents and supports the growth of all bacteria, yeasts and molds. Most colonies appear red due to the addition of 0.01 % TTC (Triphenyl tetrazolium chloride).

Scigiene offers a wide range of different agar types and also custom made solutions are possible. HygieneChek™ PLUS is also ideally suited for the transport of microbiological samples.

Product Features:

• Agar: Tryptic Soy Agar + 0.01% TTC/Tryptic Soy Agar + 0.01% TTC
• Easy to handle
• No agar rehydration
• No autoclaving
• Storable at room temperature
• Long shelf life
• One-site testing - no expensive equipment
• Suited for HACCP concept
• High microbial growth – thick agar layer promotes growth and prohibits drying out
• Perfectly suited for the transport of microbes

Specifications:

• 10/case
• Storage Temperature: 15°C – 25°C
• Incubation Temperature: 30°C - 35°C
• Incubation Time: 24 – 48 hours

Required Equipment:

• Incubator
• Autoclave (optional)