Used in microbiology laboratories for the selective isolation and differentiation of Enterobacter cloacae from other Enterobacteriaceae species in clinical, environmental, and food samples. The agar formulation suppresses the growth of gram-positive bacteria and other competing microorganisms, allowing preferential growth of Enterobacter cloacae. It supports the detection of this pathogen in urine, blood, and stool cultures, aiding in the diagnosis of hospital-acquired infections such as urinary tract infections, sepsis, and respiratory infections. Also utilized in water quality testing and pharmaceutical testing to ensure product safety and monitor microbial contamination.