Escherichia Coli (E. coli)
$ 28
| Test Code | CEL/106 – Colilert
CEL/107 – Petrifilm CEL/108 – FDA BAM |
| Reportable Units | cfu/g, cfu/ml, cfu/sponge, cfu/swab |
| Turnaround Time | 5-7 Business Days |
| Test Method | Colilert- IDEXX – APHA 9223B
AOAC 991.14, AOAC 998.08. Petrifilm FDA Bacteriological Analytical Manual, Chapter 4 |
| Method Description | Aliquots of the sample are applied to a petri dish / petrifilm containing E. coli-specific media and incubated at 35°C for 24-48 hours under aerobic conditions. |
| Sample Retention | Chilled Foods – 3 days Dry and Frozen Foods – 15 days |
Product Description
This test detects and quantifies the presence of Escherichia coli (E. coli) in food, beverage, sponge, or swab samples. It helps assess potential fecal contamination and verify hygiene and sanitation effectiveness.
Additional Information
| Sample Size | 100 grams per sponge, 100 grams per swab, 100 ml per sponge, 100 ml per swab |
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