Description

Specifications Table

Product Name – Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar (USP/EP/BP/IP) Quantity/Pack Size – 100gm Form – Powder Grade – USP/EP/BP/IP Application – Selective and differential medium for Enterobacteriaceae

Specifications Table

Product Name – Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar (USP/EP/BP/IP) Quantity/Pack Size – 100gm Form – Powder Grade – USP/EP/BP/IP Application – Selective and differential medium for Enterobacteriaceae

FAQs

1. What is the primary application of Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar?

Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar is primarily used for the selective and differential isolation of Enterobacteriaceae, particularly Salmonella and Shigella species.

2. What are the key components of Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar?

The key components include xylose, lactose, lysine, deoxycholate, and various salts and indicators that support the growth and differentiation of target bacteria.

3. How does Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar inhibit Gram-positive bacteria?

The agar contains deoxycholate, which inhibits the growth of Gram-positive bacteria, allowing for the selective growth of Gram-negative bacteria, particularly Enterobacteriaceae.

4. What are the differential properties of Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar?

The differential properties are based on the fermentation of xylose and lactose, as well as the production of hydrogen sulfide, which helps in the identification of specific bacterial species.

5. Is Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar suitable for clinical and food microbiology?

Yes, Xylose-Lysine Deoxycholate Agar is widely used in both clinical and food microbiology laboratories for the detection and identification of enteric pathogens.