Recommended for the selection and subculture of Escherichia coli in accordance with the harmonized method of USP/EP/BP/JP. It is based on lactose fermentation with neutral red as indicator. Bile salts inhibits gram positive bacteria. Recommended for Microbial Limit Test (MLT). Detection of E.coli and coliforms from dietary supplements. Available in scored plate for environmental monitoring, sterility checks by touch or contact method. Grids for easy counting.