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. The addition of agar provides a solid medium for microbial growth.
Application
Suitable for non-selective cultivation of E. coli strains for cloning, DNA plasmid production and production of recombinant proteins. Also suitable for selective cultivation when appropriate antibiotics are added, including those that require low-salt conditions, such as Zeocin®.
Features and Benefits
Lennox LB tablet with agar provides:
- A budget-friendly alternative to pre-poured plates
- Convenient small package to eliminate weighing
- Fast preparation – no stirring required
Components
13.72g/L Agar
9.14g/L Tryptone
4.57 g/L Yeast Extract
4.57 g/L NaCl
1.6g/L inert binding agents
Reconstitution
Add each 1.68 g tablet to 48.3 mL water (no stirring required). Autoclave for 20 minutes at 121 °C to sterilize. Allow to cool slightly before making additions, such as antibiotics (if desired). Pour into petri dishes and allow to solidify.
Legal Information
Zeocin is a registered trademark of Cayla Sarl
- UPC:
- 12352202
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- 3-5 Days
- Weight:
- 1.00 Ounces
- HazmatClass:
- No
- MPN:
- L7025-500TAB
