Definition
Yeast Extract is manufactured by autolysis of Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
Description
Fine pale-yellow powder easily soluble in water.
Yeast Extract contains a mix of peptides, free amino acids, purine and pyrimidine bases and
hydrosoluble vitamins of B group.
Use
Source of organic nitrogen and growth factors recommended in media for:
– Analytical microbiology
– Industrial fermentation.