Intended Use:

Recommended for selectively isolating Gram-negative and enteric (normally found in the intestinal tract) bacteria and differentiate them based on lactose fermentation.

Product Description:

Microserv MacConkey agar (Microserv-MA) plate is a selective and differential culture medium for bacteria. It is designed to selectively isolate Gram-negative and enteric (normally found in the intestinal tract) bacteria and differentiate them based on lactose fermentation. Lactose fermenters turn red or pink on Microserv-MA plate, and non-fermenters do not change colour. The media inhibits growth of Gram-positive organisms with crystal violet and bile salts, allowing for the selection and isolation of gram-negative bacteria. The media detects lactose fermentation by enteric bacteria with the pH indicator neutral red.