Xylose Lysine Deoxycholate Agar xld for Salmonella Shigella

Description

Xylose Lysine Deoxycholate Agar xld: Your Essential Tool for Pathogen Isolation

Product Overview
Xylose Lysine Deoxycholate (XLD) Agar is a selective medium specifically designed for the efficient isolation of Salmonella and Shigella from clinical specimens and various food sources. It plays a vital role in microbiological testing, ensuring food safety and enhancing public health outcomes.

Composition Details
Our XLD Agar contains crucial ingredients that support pathogen growth. The typical formula includes yeast extract (3.0 g/L), L-lysine (5.0 g/L), lactose (7.5 g/L), sucrose (7.5 g/L), sodium chloride (5.0 g/L), xylose (3.75 g/L), sodium thiosulfate (6.8 g/L), ferric ammonium citrate (0.8 g/L), sodium deoxycholate (2.5 g/L), phenol red (0.08 g/L), and agar (15.0 g/L). This unique blend ensures optimal conditions for target bacteria, with a final pH of 7.4±0.2 at 25°C.

How to Use
To prepare XLD Agar, suspend 57 g in one liter of distilled water. Heat the mixture while agitating frequently until fully dissolved. Then, cool the medium to about 47–50°C in a water bath, agitating to ensure rapid cooling. Finally, pour the agar into sterile petri dishes and allow it to solidify.

Applications and Benefits
Using Xylose Lysine Deoxycholate Agar enhances your laboratory’s ability to detect foodborne pathogens effectively. It’s an essential tool for food microbiology, ensuring that products are free from harmful bacteria. Additionally, this agar allows for the rapid identification of Salmonella and Shigella in clinical diagnostics.

By incorporating XLD Agar into your testing protocols, you can reliably isolate these bacteria, contributing to improved food safety practices and better health outcomes. With its proven efficacy, XLD Agar remains a trusted choice for laboratories focusing on pathogen detection.

Conclusion
Invest in Xylose Lysine Deoxycholate Agar for a comprehensive solution to microbial testing. This selective medium not only meets rigorous industry standards but also supports enhanced public health initiatives. Ensure the quality and safety of your food products by choosing XLD Agar today!

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