Scharlau Mannitol Salt Agar, 500gm Spain

Scharlau Mannitol Salt Agar (500 gm) is a microbiological medium widely used for the selective isolation and differentiation of staphylococci. This formulation utilizes a high salt concentration (7.5% NaCl) to inhibit the growth of most bacteria, allowing only salt-tolerant organisms such as Staphylococcus spp. and certain halophilic bacteria to thrive. Additionally, it is a differential medium because it contains mannitol and the pH indicator phenol red, enabling the differentiation between mannitol-fermenting staphylococci (e.g., S. aureus) and non-fermenting species. �� Key Description Brand: Scharlau Pack Size: 500 gm Origin: Spain Medium Type: Selective & Differential Selective Agent: Sodium chloride (7.5%) – inhibits non-halophilic bacteria Differential Component: Mannitol Phenol Red indicator Growth Support: Staphylococci and halophilic enterobacteria Use Case: Isolation and identification of Staphylococcus aureus and other staphylococcal species �� Product Table Feature Specification Product Name Mannitol Salt Agar (MSA) Brand Scharlau Pack Size 500 gm Origin Spain Medium Type Selective & Differential Selective Agent Sodium chloride (7.5%) Differential Agent Mannitol Phenol Red Growth Support Staphylococci, Halophilic Enterobacteria Application Clinical, Food, and Environmental Microbiology