 E. coli and coliforms in Water |
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| Description |
Enumeration of E.coli and coliforms by membrane filtration. |
| Application |
Analysis of water samples. |
| Accreditation/ regulatory |
N/ A |
| Sample type |
Water eg potable water, surface water, water used in depuration systems,. |
| Sample requirements |
300ml sample required. Must be chilled during transport (1-8º). |
| Testing Schedule |
Normally carried out Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. Analysis will be carried out on the day of receipt for samples received before mid-day (Tues/Wed/Thurs). Not more than 48 hours must elapse between sampling and arrival at the laboratory. |
| Turnaround |
24 hours. |
| Sample submission |
Microbiological Submission Form (PDF) |
| Specification |
Download coming soon |
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