| Description |
Cultural method to detect and isolate non-sorbitol-fermenting strains and then analysis of isolates using latex agglutination to detect the presence/absence of E.coli serogroup O157. |
| Application |
End product testing. |
| Accreditation/ regulatory |
NA |
| Sample type |
End product e.g. live shellfish, shucked/prepared shellfish, other food product. |
| Sample requirements |
Minimum sample weight is 25 grams; however the sample should be representative of the batch. Samples must be chilled but not in direct contact with ice. |
| Testing Schedule |
Analysis carried out Monday/Tuesday/ Wednesday. Samples should be at the lab by 3pm on Wednesday. Not more than 48 hours must elapse between sampling and arrival at the laboratory. |
| Turnaround |
48 hours. |
| Sample submission |
Microbiological Submission Form (PDF) |
| Specification |
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Microbiology & Norovirus