Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – MacConkey Sorbitol Agar (Sorbitol Agar) Quantity/Pack Size – 100 gm Form – Powder Grade – Laboratory Grade Application – Microbiology
Specifications Table
Product Name – MacConkey Sorbitol Agar (Sorbitol Agar) Quantity/Pack Size – 100 gm Form – Powder Grade – Laboratory Grade Application – Microbiology
FAQs
1. What is the primary use of MacConkey Sorbitol Agar?
MacConkey Sorbitol Agar is primarily used for the selective isolation and differentiation of enteric pathogens, particularly E. coli O157:H7, in clinical and food microbiology laboratories.
2. How does MacConkey Sorbitol Agar differentiate between bacteria?
MacConkey Sorbitol Agar differentiates between sorbitol-fermenting and non-fermenting bacteria by using sorbitol as the primary carbohydrate source and color indicators that change in the presence of acid produced by sorbitol fermentation.
3. What are the typical results when using MacConkey Sorbitol Agar?
Fermenting bacteria produce a pink to red color, while non-fermenting bacteria appear colorless, allowing for easy identification of different bacterial types.
4. Is MacConkey Sorbitol Agar suitable for all types of bacterial cultures?
No, MacConkey Sorbitol Agar is specifically designed for the isolation and differentiation of enteric pathogens and may not be suitable for all types of bacterial cultures.
5. How should MacConkey Sorbitol Agar be stored?
MacConkey Sorbitol Agar should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture to maintain its effectiveness and shelf life.
