Description
Total Viable Count
bacteria, yeasts and molds
Process, rinsing and washing waters (including
bioburden initial assesment for medical devices)
Bottled waters and drinking water
Ingredient water for cosmetic or food
Filterable personal care products
24h on PCA and TSA, 48h on SDA and 72h on R2A
Cultural method with results in CFU
No consumables required other than
membrane and agar
Up to 50-80 analyses per 8 hour period
Non-destructive method
Limit of Detection : 1-5 CFU / membrane
