| Product Code | Description | Product Size | Quantity |
| CM0381B | LYSINE IRON AGAR 500g | – | 500g |
Lysine Iron Agar 500g
Brand:
Thermo ScientificTM OxoidTM
Detect salmonellae including Salmonella arizonae with the diagnostic Thermo Scientific™ Oxoid™ Lysine Iron Agar (Dehydrated). This differential medium detects salmonellae (including lactose fermenting Salmonella arizonae) by lysine decarboxylase activity and H2S production.
Lysine Iron Agar, Oxoid Composition
| Typical Formula* | gm/litre |
| Bacteriological peptone | 5.0 |
| Yeast extract | 3.0 |
| Glucose | 1.0 |
| L-lysine | 10.0 |
| Ferric ammonium citrate | 0.5 |
| Sodium thiosulphate | 0.04 |
| Bromocresol purple | 0.02 |
| Agar | 14.5 |
| pH 6.7 ± 0.2 @ 25°C |
Lysine Iron Agar, Oxoid Preparation:
Suspend 34g in 1 litre of distilled water. Bring to the boil to dissolve completely. Dispense into tubes and sterilise by autoclaving at 121° C for 15 minutes. Cool the tubes in an inclined position to form slants with deep butts.
Storage conditions and Shelf life
Store the dehydrated medium at 10-30°C and use before the expiry date on the label.
Store the prepared medium at 2-8° C.
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Additional information
| Dimensions | 10 cm |
|---|---|
| Brand | Oxoid |
| Estimated Delivery Time | 1-2 weeks |
