Bile Aesculin Medium is generally used for the differentiation and presumptive identification of Group D streptococci (enterococci). Enterococci hydrolyse aesculin forming, amongst other products, aesculetin which in turn combines with Ferric ammonium citrate producing a dark brown or black complex. 

Container	P090
Pack Size	10 x 90 mm plates
Shelf Life (days)	56 days
Storage Temp (°C)	2-8°C
Appearance	Firm Gel
Colour	Straw
Recommended Incubation	Aerobically at 37°C ± 1°C for 18-24hours
PH	6.6 ± 0.2
Fill Volume	18-22ml

Bile Aesculin Medium is generally used for the differentiation and presumptive identification of Group D streptococci (enterococci). Enterococci hydrolyse aesculin forming, amongst other products, aesculetin which in turn combines with Ferric ammonium citrate producing a dark brown or black complex. 

Container	P090
Pack Size	10 x 90 mm plates
Shelf Life (days)	56 days
Storage Temp (°C)	2-8°C
Appearance	Firm Gel
Colour	Straw
Recommended Incubation	Aerobically at 37°C ± 1°C for 18-24hours
PH	6.6 ± 0.2
Fill Volume	18-22ml