Let's explore the 3 most used Dilucup® diluents for making serial dilutions:

• Maximum Recovery Diluent (MRD):

MRD is an isotonic diluent formulated for the optimal recovery of microorganisms. By combining the protective effects of peptic digest with the osmotic balance of physiological saline, MRD ensures the viability of organisms without allowing them to multiply for a short period. MRD is extensively used in various sectors, including food safety, environmental testing or veterinary applications, among others.

• Buffered Peptone Water (BPW):

BPW serves as a non-selective pre-enrichment medium, widely used for recovering sub-lethally damaged microorganisms, particularly Salmonella spp., from food samples. Its buffered nature maintains a stable pH, essential for the recovery and growth of these microorganisms, ensuring that they are in optimal condition for further analysis.

• Saline Solution (NACL):

Known commonly as salt, NaCl is used in laboratories for maintaining osmotic balance in solutions. Its stability and non-toxic nature make it ideal for supporting the growth and maintenance of microorganisms without causing osmotic stress.

Whether you’re involved in food safety, the probiotic or cosmetic industries, environmental testing, paper manufacturing or process water treatment, these Dilucup® diluents are designed to meet your needs.