The Media Facility is offering two different functions for icddr,b: media preparation and sterilisation, and decontamination. Different areas are properly segregated for different activities. In addition, the facility has its dedicated quality control laboratory for media preparation. The facility is supplying prepared and quality control approved culture media to different laboratories as requested; media are used for the growth, biochemical tests, isolation and identification and antimicrobial sensitivity testing of microorganisms. Twelve different types of solid and liquid culture media are prepared every day on a routine basis. On average, 800 agar plates and two litres of liquid media are produced per day. Aside from routine media, the facility is capable of preparing 70 different types of media which are prepared casually or at regular intervals. The unit is providing support in sterilising the solid waste before disposal under the guidance of Biosafety Office. Facilities are available to decontaminate infected lab wares and biohazard materials.