Hardy Diagnostics™ McFarland Standard Latex Equivalent #2, 8mL, 1/bo

The Hardy Diagnostics ML2 is a McFarland Latex Standard #2, designed for the food processing industry as a stable and convenient turbidity standard in microbiological testing. This essential tool approximates bacterial concentrations in liquid suspensions, making it vital for food safety and quality control. Unlike traditional barium sulfate standards, the latex particle suspension in the ML2 offers enhanced stability and a longer shelf life, ensuring reliable results in various applications such as antimicrobial susceptibility testing, microbial assays, and general microbiology experiments relevant to food processing. Packaged in an 8ml volume within a 16x100mm tube, the ML2 provides food industry professionals with a consistent visual reference to achieve precise bacterial concentrations in laboratory settings, thereby supporting effective sanitation and compliance with health regulations.