Tryptose is an enzymatic digest of high quality casein protein which can be an excellent sole source of nitrogen demonstrating a superiority over meat peptone in this regard. It is used to grow many fastidious microorganisms such as Brucella, Streptococcus and Neisseria.
Appearance:
Light yellow to tan, homogenous, free flowing powder
Solubility (2%):
Light yellow, clear, complete
pH (2%):
As Reported
Amino Nitrogen:
(same/less than)5%
Total Nitrogen:
(same/more than)10%