Cystine Lactose Electrolyte Deficient (CLED) Agar Dehydrated Culture Media

The medium's dual functionality is its key advantage. The electrolyte-deficient nature of the agar is what prevents Proteus from swarming, allowing for the accurate counting of colonies. For differentiation, the medium contains Lactose and Bromothymol Blue, a combination that clearly distinguishes between lactose and non-lactose fermenting organisms. This medium also supports the growth of a wide variety of microorganisms, including Streptococcus pyogenes and other fastidious organisms that do not require blood, making it a versatile and indispensable tool for your lab.

Please note: This product is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions in humans.

Features:

• Used for the differentiation and enumeration of microorganisms in urine
• Electrolyte-deficient to inhibit the swarming of Proteus spp.
• Contains Lactose and Bromothymol Blue for differentiation of fermenters
• Supports the growth of Streptococcus pyogenes and other fastidious organisms
• L-Cystine is included to benefit organisms with a specific requirement for it

Specifications:

• Brand: Neogen® Culture Media
• Analyte: Coliforms, E. coli, Enterobacteriaceae, Enterococci, Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus, Streptococci
• Platform: Dehydrated Culture Media
• Mass: 500 g
• Preparation: Suspend 36 g of medium in one liter of purified water, heat to dissolve, and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes

Cross Reference:

• Acumedia: CLED Agar (7122)
• BD / Difco: N/A
• BD / BBL: 212218
• Oxoid: CM0301
• Merck: N/A