Oxoid™ EC Broth (500g) CM0853B is a selective enrichment medium used for the recovery and enumeration of Escherichia coli and other coliform bacteria from water, food, and environmental samples. It contains a combination of nutrients and selective agents to support the growth of coliforms while inhibiting the growth of other microorganisms.

Key Features:

• Form: Dehydrated powder
• Weight: 500g
• Application: Enrichment of Escherichia coli and coliforms from food, water, and environmental samples
• Composition: Rich in nutrients for the growth of coliforms; contains sodium lauryl sulphate for selective inhibition of non-coliforms
• Preparation: Suspend 45g in 1 litre of distilled water, mix thoroughly, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 11 litres of prepared medium
• Storage: Store the dehydrated medium at 10–30°C, protected from moisture and light
• Compliance: Suitable for use in microbiological testing protocols for the detection and enumeration of E. coli and coliform bacteria

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Oxoid™ EC Broth (500g) CM0853B is a selective enrichment medium used for the recovery and enumeration of Escherichia coli and other coliform bacteria from water, food, and environmental samples. It contains a combination of nutrients and selective agents to support the growth of coliforms while inhibiting the growth of other microorganisms.

Key Features:

• Form: Dehydrated powder
• Weight: 500g
• Application: Enrichment of Escherichia coli and coliforms from food, water, and environmental samples
• Composition: Rich in nutrients for the growth of coliforms; contains sodium lauryl sulphate for selective inhibition of non-coliforms
• Preparation: Suspend 45g in 1 litre of distilled water, mix thoroughly, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 11 litres of prepared medium
• Storage: Store the dehydrated medium at 10–30°C, protected from moisture and light
• Compliance: Suitable for use in microbiological testing protocols for the detection and enumeration of E. coli and coliform bacteria

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