BBL MacConkey Agar is a dehydrated culture media formulation for laboratories using dry media preparation. MacConkey agar is used in microbiology labs to isolate and differentiate gram-negative enteric bacteria, such as E. coli. Upon interacting with the crystal violet in the agar, gram-negative bacteria colonies will turn pink in the petri dish.
BD BBL MacConkey Agar can be used to identify harmful bacteria within specific cultures for research purposes. The container can be stored in a laboratory media inventory and has a shelf life of 1460 days.
Features and Benefits
- Dehydrated Format Aids Preparation
- 500-Gram Size Fits Stockrooms
- Agar Turns Pink To Identify Gram-Negative Bacteria
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Becton Dickinson
- Brand: BD BBL
- Product Number: 211387
- Volume: 500 Grams
- Shelf Life: 1460 Days
- Format: Dehydrated
