For the identification of microorganisms, especially enteric bacilli,based on the decarboxylation of lysine
Applications
- Identification
- ENTEROBACTERIA
Packaging
Suspend 14 grams of the medium in one liter of distilled water. Mix well and dissolve by heating with frequent agitation. Boil for one minute until complete dissolution. Dispense quantities of 5 ml into screw-capped tubes. Sterilize in autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes. Leave caps loose to allow gas exchange. Close well after sterilization.
Formula
- Gelatin Peptone 5
- L-Lysine 5
- Yeast Extract 3
- Dextrose 1
- Bromocresol Purple 0.02
