Neogen® Egg Yolk Tellurite

Neogen Egg Yolk Tellurite is a critical selective enrichment supplement in the food processing industry, specifically designed for isolating and identifying Staphylococcus species, particularly Staphylococcus aureus. When integrated into media like Baird-Parker Agar, its nutrient-rich egg yolk emulsion supports the detection of lecithinase, resulting in clear zones around colonies. The inclusion of potassium tellurite effectively inhibits the growth of unwanted bacteria while allowing certain Staphylococcus species to form distinctive black colonies. This combination enables the selective growth, differentiation, and reliable detection of S. aureus and other Staphylococcus species in food safety testing, environmental monitoring, and quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as FDA-BAM and ISO, thereby enhancing food safety and public health.