XLD Agar is supplied by TM MEDIA. It has been recommended for the identification of Enterobacteriaceae and for microbiological testing. XLD Agar was formulated for the isolation and differentiation of enteric pathogens including Salmonella Typhi from other Salmonella speciesoffoods, water and dairy products (2,12,20,21). XLD Agar exhibits increased selectivity and sensitivity as compared to other plating media e.g., SS Agar.The medium contains yeast extract, which provides nitrogen and vitamins required for growth. Though the sugars xylose, lactose, and sucrose provide sources of fermentable carbohydrates, xylose is mainly incorporated into the medium since it is not fermented by Shigellae but practically by all enterics.

Product features:-

• Appearance - Light yellow to a pink homogeneous free-flowing powder
• pH - 7.20-7.60
• Colour of prepared medium - Red-colored
• Storage temperature - 10-30 degrees Centigrade

Product specifications:-

• Product Name - XLD AGAR
• Brand Name - TM MEDIA
• Quantity - 100gm
• Catalogue Number - TM 492