Can a sample preserved in 50% glycerol saline be used for isolation of bacteria?

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Rajneesh Rana

It can be used......

Fawaz Alshammari

Yes sure you can use it.

Mohamed Alawlaqi

Sure you can use it.

Tasra Bibi

Addition of 20-50% glycerol has proved to be favorable for survival ; at 50% glycerol, the suspension has a semi-solid condition, and samples can easily be removed without thawing the frozen culture

Ramveer Singh

Yes, you can use