Table 4.
Antibacterial activity of safflower seed oil on the tested bacterial strains.
| Microorganisms | MIC | MBC | Diameter zone inhibition (mm) | Bactericidal activity (AU/mL) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacteria | ||||
| Escherichia coli | 1/16 | 1/32 | 13.0 ± 1.4 | 320 |
| Streptococcus agalactiae | 1/16 | 1/32 | 13.5 ± 0.7 | 320 |
| Enterobacter cloacae | 1/32 | 1/64 | 15.0 ± 0.0 | 640 |
| Staphylococcus aureus | - | - | - | - |
Values given are the means of three measurements ± standard error. -: absence of activity.