The Ingredients, Composition, and Function of the Components of FTM
| Ingredient | Composition (g/L) | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Pancreatic digest of casein | 15 | Enzymatic digests of casein provide for amino acids and other complex nitrogenous substances. Carbon, nitrogen and energy source. |
| Yeast extract | 5 | Vitamin source |
| Dextrose | 5.5 | Carbon and energy source |
| Sodium chloride | 2.5 | Maintains osmotic equilibrium |
| L-cystine | 0.5 | Reducing agent |
| Sodium thioglycollate | 0.5 | Reducing agent. Neutralization of mercerical agents |
| Agar | 0.75 | Medium stabilizing agent to maintain anaerobosis |
| Resazurin | .001 | Redox indicator |