Microbiology Media Test Kits

Our microbiology media test kits allow for the detection and quantification of problematic microorganisms in your system.

Intertek’s microbiology media test kits are widely used across multiple industries, such as Oil and Gas, as organisations seek to conduct in-house microbiological testing of process fluids or wastewaters. The simplicity, versatility and robustness of these media kits allow internal testing of waters and other fluids on a regular occurrence. This testing can be performed on a small or large scale and can help reduce testing timeframes and costs.

The media test kit allows the user to perform the most probable number (MPN) method, to detect and quantify the microorganisms responsible for general microfouling, biofilm formation, microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC), chemical depletion and other problematic issues. See our MPN Factsheet below.

Intertek has years of experience in manufacturing a wide range of proven formulations to meet various scenarios to offer what is probably the most comprehensive range from a single supply source. Our test media can be made to any salinity level you require. Stock salinities include freshwater, seawater, produced water, brine and high brine.

We can also provide a range of accompanying testing consumables to meet requirements, including diluents, fuel testing dipslides, Sidestream units, sampling bottles, and many other items; see our Media and Consumables flyer below.

List of generic and specialised media types for selected targets.

MPB	Modified Postgate B medium (SRB)
API	American Petroleum Institute medium (SRB)
SRB2	Sulphate-Reducer Medium for (SRB)
PRD	Phenol red dextrose for General Heterotrophic Bacteria (GHB) and Acid-Producing Bacteria (APB)
NRB	Nitrate-Reducing Bacteria
NiRB	Nitrite-Reducing Bacteria
IOB	Iron-Oxidising Bacteria
ODB	Oil-Degrading Bacteria
TRB	Thiosulphate-reducing bacteria

As a global Total Quality Assurance operator our microbiology media test kits are manufactured in a specialist laboratory that is ISO-9001, 14001 and 17025 accredited and where applicable, our products meet the NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers) standard TMO 194-2014 for oil and gas system bacterial monitoring. Each batch of media undergoes a series of stringent quality checks to ensure they are of the highest quality prior to dispatch.

Contact us for an informal discussion and to match your needs to our specific microbiology media test kits. We can offer preferential pricing for large orders and shipping is available from the UK or the USA.