P2. Eosin Methylene Blue Flashcards
1
Q
original color of EMB Agar?
A
Dark Violet
2
Q
EMB is selective for:
A
gram negative
Enteric bacilli/ Enterobacteriaceae
3
Q
Selective inhibitors?
A
eosin & methylene blue
gram positive inhibitors
4
Q
Differential Indicators?
A
eosin & methylene blue
5
Q
is a differential medium/component since not all bacteria can ferment Lactose.
A
Lactose
6
Q
RAPID LACTOSE FERMENTER can ferment Lactose for ____ incubation.
RLF
A
18-24 hours
DARK VIOLET
7
Q
LATE LACTOSE FERMENTERcan ferment Lactose for ____ incubation.
LLF
A
36-72 hours
DARK VIOLET
8
Q
Non-Lactose Fermenter in EMB results in…
A
COLORLESS results
