ISOLATION, IDENTIFICATION OPTIMIZATION OF PRODIGIOSIN PIGMENT PRODUCED BY Serratia marcescens

Abstract

Some microorganisms can produce variety of biopigments which is involved in colouring purpose. In this study isolation and identification of Serratia marcescens was done with suitable methods. Prodigiosin pigment was extracted from Serratia marcescens. To optimize various physicochemical conditions for maximum pigment production was done. Antimicrobial, antioxidant activity and preparation of red colour nail paint and candle was performed by using prodigiosin p igment which showed and excellent result. This pigment can be used as a colouring agent instead of using chemical dyes.