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Method for detecting coliform and E. coli bacteria

US5643743A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 29, 1994
Grant dateJul 1, 1997
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Expiry dateDec 29, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2333/245
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A novel highly sensitive method for detection of the presence of total coliform and E. coli in water samples, food products, and seafood employs a new type of media having composition which allows an unequivocal detection of very small number of E. coli. The new low pH media which contain trimethylamine-N-oxide promote the growth of chlorine or food processing injured E. coli for their easier detection.

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