Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – MacConkey Sorbitol Agar Plate Quantity/Pack Size – 50 plates Form – Agar Plate Grade – ISG/DIS 16654:2001 Application – Bacterial Identification
Product Overview
MacConkey Sorbitol Agar Plate is a specialized culture medium used for the selective isolation and differentiation of enteric bacteria, particularly E. coli O157:H7. This agar plate is formulated according to the ISG/DIS 16654:2001 standard, ensuring high-quality performance and reliability. The medium contains sorbitol, which allows for the differentiation of sorbitol-fermenting and non-fermenting bacteria. Sorbitol-fermenting bacteria produce pink to red colonies, while non-fermenting bacteria produce colorless colonies. This differentiation is crucial for the identification of pathogens in clinical and food safety testing. The MacConkey Sorbitol Agar Plate is designed to be easy to use, with a ready-to-use format that saves time and reduces the risk of contamination. Its formulation supports the growth of target bacteria while inhibiting the growth of unwanted organisms, making it an essential tool for laboratories focused on bacterial identification and food safety.
FAQs
1. What is the primary application of MacConkey Sorbitol Agar Plate?
It is used for the selective isolation and differentiation of enteric bacteria, particularly E. coli O157:H7.
2. What standard does this product conform to?
It conforms to the ISG/DIS 16654:2001 standard.
3. How does the sorbitol in the agar plate help in bacterial identification?
The sorbitol allows for the differentiation of sorbitol-fermenting and non-fermenting bacteria, with sorbitol-fermenting bacteria producing pink to red colonies and non-fermenting bacteria producing colorless colonies.
4. Is this product easy to use?
Yes, it is designed to be easy to use, with a ready-to-use format that saves time and reduces the risk of contamination.
5. Can this agar plate inhibit the growth of unwanted organisms?
Yes, its formulation supports the growth of target bacteria while inhibiting the growth of unwanted organisms.
