Description
General description
Egg Yolk Emulsion is a sterile, stabilized liquid emulsion containing egg yolk and saline. It is specifically formulated for microbiological applications and is used as a supplement in various culture media. The emulsion provides essential nutrients, including lipids, amino acids, and vitamins, which support the growth of microorganisms. It is particularly beneficial for cultivating fastidious bacteria that require specific nutrients or growth factors.
Application
Egg Yolk Emulsion is widely used in microbiology to enhance the growth of fastidious bacteria, support selective media like Baird Parker Agar for identifying Staphylococcus species, detect microbial lecithinase activity by forming precipitation zones, recover and identify pathogens in food and beverage testing, and aid in bacterial detection during environmental monitoring.
Packaging
1 vial
Other Notes
(100 mL per vial)
Egg yolk 30 mL; Sterile saline 70 ml