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Selectively and differentially isolate enteric gram-negative bacilli using MacConkey Broth. This medium is used for the presumptive identification of coliforms. Coliforms are organisms that are present in the environment and in the feces of all warm-blooded animals and humans.Their presence in drinking water indicates that disease-causing organisms (pathogens) could be in the water system.
• Selective:Oxgall is a selective agent which inhibits gram-positive organisms.
• Ease of Differentiation:Lactose and bromocresol purple indicator enable the differentiation of lactose fermenting gram-negative bacilli.
• Conforms to USP and EP: The medium is formulated and tested in conformance with harmonizedUnited States Pharmacopeia(USP) /European Pharmacopeia(EP) guidelines^4,5for the detection ofEscherichia coli.This medium contains gelatin peptone that provides amino acids and essential nutrients for bacterial growth. Lactose is a carbon source for energy. Oxgall is a selective agent which inhibits gram-positive organisms. Lactose and bromocresol purple pH indicator enable the differentiation of lactose fermenting gram-negative bacilli.Not all products are available for sale in all territories. Please inquire.Remel™ and Oxoid™ products are now part of the Thermo Scientific brand.
