Product Specifications
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Product Overview
The BD BBL MacConkey II Agar Light Beige Mono-Plate Format (221270) by Becton Dickinson is a prepared culture medium designed for the selective isolation and differentiation of Gram-negative bacteria, particularly members of the Enterobacteriaceae family. This ready-to-use agar plate simplifies microbiological testing with its high-quality formulation and convenient mono-plate format.
Features:
- Selective for Gram-negative bacteria while inhibiting Gram-positive organisms.
- Contains crystal violet and bile salts for enhanced selectivity.
- Lactose fermentation differentiation with neutral red indicator for easy colony identification.
- Light beige agar surface for clear contrast in colony observation.
- Pre-poured, pre-sterilized mono-plate format for immediate use.
Specifications:
- Product Name: BD BBL MacConkey II Agar
- Catalog Number: 221270
- Format: Mono-plate (single agar plate)
- Appearance: Light beige gel
- Packaging: Individually wrapped for sterility and protection.
- Storage: Store at 2-8°C, away from direct light.
Use Suggestion:
Ideal for clinical, pharmaceutical, and food microbiology laboratories, this agar plate is suitable for isolating and differentiating lactose-fermenting (pink colonies) and non-lactose-fermenting (colorless colonies) Gram-negative bacteria. Inoculate the plate with the test sample and incubate at 35±2°C for 18-24 hours for optimal results.
