Description
m-Endo Agar is used for the enumeration of coliforms in water by the membrane filtration method in a laboratory setting. m-Endo Agar is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions in humans. The coliform group, especially Escherichia coli, are used as indicators of fecal pollution in water, for assessing the effectiveness of water treatment and disinfection, and for monitoring water quality.
Preparation
- Suspend 51 g of the medium in 1 liter of purified water containing 20 mL of non-denatured Ethanol.
- Heat with frequent agitation and boil to completely dissolve the medium.
- Avoid overheating. DO NOT AUTOCLAVE.
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