Synonym: Luria Bertani Broth
Components
10g/L Tryptone
5 g/L Yeast Extract
5 g/L NaCl
General Description
Lennox LB is a highly-referenced microbial growth medium used for the cultivation of E. coli. This nutrient-rich microbial broth contains peptides, amino acids, water-soluble vitamins, and carbohydrates in a low-salt formulation.
Reconstitution
Stir to suspend 20g powder in 1L water. Autoclave for 15 minutes at 121C to sterilize. Allow to cool before making additions, such as antibiotics (if desired).
Features and Benefits
Lennox LB powder provides:
- Convenient small package to eliminate weighing
- Easy scale-up using larger package sizes
- A budget-friendly alternative to liquid
- Standard formulation
Legal Information
Zeocin is a registered trademark of Cayla Sarl
Grade: for molecular biology
Sterility non-sterile
Form: powder
pH Range: 6.8 - 7.2 (2% solution)
Storage Temp.: room temp
Suitability: nonselective for Escherichia coli and Coliforms