XLD Agar 20mL 100x15mm, 10/Pk

XLD Agar 20mL 100x15mm, 10/Pk is a selective and differential medium formulated for the isolation and differentiation of enteric pathogens, particularly Salmonella and Shigella species. The medium utilizes xylose fermentation, lysine decarboxylation, and hydrogen sulfide production to distinguish between lactose-fermenting and non-lactose-fermenting organisms.

• 20mL fill in standard 100x15mm Petri dishes

• Differentiates Salmonella, Shigella, and other enteric bacteria

• Contains phenol red for visual pH indication and ferric ammonium citrate for H₂S detection

• Ideal for clinical, food, and water microbiology applications

• Ready-to-use format in 10-plate packs for streamlined workflows

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