Bacteria alive or dead in zone of inhibition? - (Jun/15/2006 )
I tested E. Coli with listerine using the disk diffusion method, a large zone of inhibition formed on the plate. How can I find out if the bacteria in the zone of inhibition are dead or alive?
-Christine E-
QUOTE (Christine E @ Jun 15 2006, 06:59 PM)
I tested E. Coli with listerine using the disk diffusion method, a large zone of inhibition formed on the plate. How can I find out if the bacteria in the zone of inhibition are dead or alive?
Use a wire loop wipe the zone of inhibition and streak a new plate.
I hope this may help.
-Minnie Mouse-
I will try it on Monday. I'll let you know. Thanks for your help.
QUOTE (Christine E @ Jun 15 2006, 10:59 PM)
I tested E. Coli with listerine using the disk diffusion method, a large zone of inhibition formed on the plate. How can I find out if the bacteria in the zone of inhibition are dead or alive?
-Christine E-