General description
2xYT ( 2x Yeast Extract Tryptone medium) is a standard microbial growth medium used for the cultivation of E. coli and M13 bacteriophage. This nutrient-rich microbial broth contains peptides, amino acids, and water-soluble vitamins in a low-salt formulation.
Application
2x YT medium has been used for non-selective cultivation of M13 bacteriophage, E. coli strains for cloning , DNA plasmid production, and production of recombinant proteins. It is also suitable for selective cultivation when appropriate antibiotics are added.
Features and Benefits
2xYT liquid provides:
- Filter-sterilized, ready-to-use format
- Convenient package size
- Standard formulation
Components
16 g/L Tryptone
10 g/L Yeast Extract
5.0 g/L NaCl
- UPC:
- 51302502
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- 3-5 Days
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- MPN:
- Y1003-500ML