acumedia* Phosphate Buffer pH 7.2

• Intended Use: Phosphate Buffer, pH 7.2 is used for the preparation of microbiological dilution blanks.
• Product Summary and Explanation: The formula for phosphate buffer is specified by the American Public Health Association
(APHA) for use in diluting test samples. Phosphate Buffer, pH 7.2 is specified for use in diluting water, dairy products and food
for microbiological methods. In the examination of water and dairy products the addition of magnesium chloride is
recommended.

This buffer is also referred to as Butterfields Buffered Phosphate Diluent and recommended for examination of food. Phosphate Buffer, pH 7.2 stabilizes the pH of water used for dilutions.
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