Description

Xylose Lysine Deoxycholate agar (XLD Agar) 500g

Xylose Lysine Deoxycholate Agar is a differential medium, slightly selective for the detection of pathogenic enterobacteria, especially Salmonella and Shigella. Media is composed of xylose, lysine, lactose monohydrate, sucrose, sodium chloride, yeast extract, phenol red, sodium deoxycholate, sodium thiosulphate, ferric ammonium citrate and agar. Yeast extract provides sources of nitrogen and carbon, as well as vitamins and cofactors required for growth. Xylose, lactose and sucrose are the carbon source. Use: Recommended for the isolation and enumeration of Salmonella and Shigella from pharmaceutical products. Pack: 500gm