Oxoid™ Sorbitol MacConkey Agar 500g

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SKU:
CM0813B
MPN:
CM0813B
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€190.08 Ex. VAT

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Description

Oxoid™ Sorbitol MacConkey Agar (500g) CM0813B is a selective medium used for the isolation and differentiation of Escherichia coli O157 and other Enterobacteriaceae from clinical, food, and environmental samples. The agar contains sorbitol as a carbohydrate source, which is utilized by most E. coli strains except for E. coli O157, which does not ferment sorbitol and forms colourless colonies.

Key Features:

  • Form: Dehydrated powder
  • Weight: 500g
  • Application: Isolation and differentiation of E. coli O157 from other Enterobacteriaceae
  • Composition: Contains sorbitol as a differential agent, bile salts, and crystal violet for selective inhibition of Gram-positive bacteria
  • Preparation: Suspend 49.5g in 1 liter of distilled water, mix thoroughly, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 liters of prepared medium
  • Storage: Store the dehydrated medium at 10–30°C, protected from moisture and light
  • Compliance: Suitable for use in microbiological testing protocols for the detection of E. coli O157 and other Enterobacteriaceae
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