Sorbitol MacConkey Agar (SMAC) (P0039) Detail

Selective and differential medium for the detection of Escherichia coli.

Sorbitol MacConkey Agar (SMAC) (P0039)

  • Category: Food, Water & Environmental
  • Pack Size: 10 x 90 mm plates
  • Shelf Life: 12 weeks
  • Storage Temp: 2-8 °C
  • Appearance: Firm Gel
  • Colour: Pink
  • Recommended Incubation: 37 ± 1°C for 21 ± 3 hours
  • pH: 7.1 ± 0.2
  • Fill Volume: 18.0 ± 2.0ml

Quality Control

Organisms Ref. No Result
Escherichia coli ATCC® 25922 Pink/red colonies (sorbitol positive)
Escherichia coli NCTC12900 Straw colonies (sorbitol negative)