Selenite broth is used as a selective medium for the isolation of Salmonella species.
[1] Selenite broth was originated by Leifson,[2] while observing good recovery of Salmonella spp.
Selenite broth is used as a selective enrichment for the cultivation of Salmonella spp.
that may be present in small numbers and competing with intestinal flora.
To minimize the risk of teratogenicity to workers, sodium selenite must be added separately to the medium.