m-Endo Agar (7724)
| Brand |
Product Code |
Alternative Codes |
| Acumedia |
273620 |
N/A |
| Oxoid |
CM0479 |
Merck: 1.11277 |
Intended Use
m-Endo Agar is specifically designed for the enumeration of coliforms in water through the membrane filtration method.
Product Summary and Explanation
This specialized medium is vital for detecting coliform organisms, particularly Escherichia coli, which serve as important indicators of fecal contamination in water. m-Endo Agar is formulated based on the method established by McCarthy, Delaney, and Grasso, enhancing the reliability of coliform count during water quality assessments. The standard procedure involves a two-step membrane filtration approach, where Lauryl Tryptose Broth is initially used for preliminary enrichment, ensuring improved recovery rates of coliforms.
Recognized by the American Public Health Association (APHA), m-Endo Agar is an essential component in the standard total coliform membrane filtration method for testing water, wastewater, and food samples. Additionally, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) endorses its use within total coliform testing protocols. Often referred to as LES (Lawrence Experimental Station) Endo Agar, this product is a trusted solution in environmental microbiology.
Key Features:
- Designed for the enumeration of coliforms in water using membrane filtration.
- Enhances detection accuracy with the two-step membrane filtration procedure.
- Recommended by APHA for standard membrane filtration methods.
- US EPA compliant for total coliform testing protocols.
Specifications:
- Brand Options: Acumedia, Oxoid, Merck
- Alternative Catalog Codes: 273620, CM0479, 1.11277
