Description
Lactose Broth is used for the cultivation of Salmonella and coliform bacteria from food, dairy, and water products in a laboratory setting. Lactose Broth is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions in humans. Lactose Broth is frequently used as a pre-enrichment medium when testing foods and dairy products for Salmonella spp.
Preparation
- Dissolve 13 g of the medium in one liter of purified water.
- Mix thoroughly.
- Distribute into test tubes containing Durham tubes.
- Autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes.
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