Escherichia coli 0157 MUG Identification Agar is recommended for identification of Escherichia coli O157:H7.The strains produce toxins, which can result in life threatening extra intestinal complications in the form of the haemolytic uremic syndrome and thrombotic-thrombocytopenic purpura. Due to severe clinical implications, the isolation and detection of Escherichia coli O157:H7 strains are of importance.