Salmonella Shigella Agar And Xylose Lysine Desoxycholate Agar Culture Media
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Salmonella Shigella Agar and Xylose Lysine Desoxycholate Agar are both types of culture media used in microbiology laboratories for the isolation and identification of certain bacteria.
Salmonella Shigella Agar (SS Agar) is a selective and differential medium used for the isolation and differentiation of Salmonella and Shigella species from clinical and nonclinical specimens. It contains various ingredients that inhibit the growth of normal flora while allowing the growth of Salmonella and Shigella. The medium also contains indicators that help differentiate between these two bacterial species based on their ability to ferment lactose.
Xylose Lysine Desoxycholate Agar (XLD Agar) is another selective and differential medium used for the isolation and differentiation of enteric pathogens, particularly Salmonella and Shigella species. It contains xylose, lysine, and desoxycholate as selective agents, which inhibit the growth of normal flora. The medium also contains indicators that help differentiate between different bacterial species based on their ability to ferment xylose and produce hydrogen sulfide.
Both SS Agar and XLD Agar are commonly used in clinical laboratories for the detection and identification of Salmonella and Shigella species, which are important causes of gastrointestinal infections in humans. These culture media are part of the In Vitro Diagnostic Substances, Reagents, Test Kits, and Sets supply class, which falls under the Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment and Supplies supply group.
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