Standard Methods Agar is used for obtaining microbial plate counts from milk and dairy products, foods, water, and other materials of sanitary importance.

• Enzymatic digest of casein provides nitrogen and amino acids
• Yeast extract supplies B-complex vitamins
• Dextrose is an energy source
• Agar is the solidifying agent

Standard Methods Agar is made according to the American Public Health Association (APHA) formulation.