Casitose Yeast Extract HiVeg™ Broth (CAYE) is recommended for cultivation of Vibrio cholerae cultures while testing their enterotoxigenicity. This medium is formulated as per APHA for cultivating Vibrio cholerae while testing their enterotoxigenicity as these media enhance the production of Vibrio enterotoxin. The medium contents like casein acid hydrolysate and yeast extract provide the essential nitrogenous nutrients and B-vitamins to the growing Vibrio's.
- Appearance: Cream to yellow homogeneous free flowing powder
- Color and Clarity of prepared medium: Amber colored, clear solution without any precipitate
- Reaction of 3.65% w/v aqueous solution at 25°C. pH : 7.2±0.2
- Cultural characteristics observed after an incubation at 32°C for 18-24 hours