LB medium is the most widely used medium for the growth of bacteria. Our encapsulated format eliminates the waste, inaccuracies and mess associated with weighing out bulk powder and offers increased convenience and ease of use.
Application Notes: LB Medium is a nutritionally rich medium originally developed for growth and maintenance of E. coli strains.
Format: Capsules
Grade: Molecular Biology Certified
Media Type: LB
Formulation Details: Typically contains 10 g tryptone; 5 g yeast extract; 10 g NaCl; small quantities of biological buffers have been added for proper pH adjustment
pH: Acceptable pH range is 6.5 - 7.5 at 25°C
Solubility: Soluble in water (25 g/L)
Typical working concentration: 25 g/L
Recommended Use: Add 25 capsules per liter of purified water and autoclave at 121°C for 15 minutes