Monitoring Products
Microaquatest
The Microbium® Micro Aquatest is a presence-absence test that detects E. coli and coliform bacteria, giving a simple 'yes' or 'no' result without lab analysis.
Why E. Coli and coliform Bacteria?
E. coli and coliform bacteria are used as indicators of water quality because their presence signifies faecal contamination, which can pose a health risk.
The presence of these bacteria is easy to detect and may indicate the presence of other pathogens as well.
Areas Of Usage
Possible sample locations:
- closed rooms for longer periods of time
- pools (water from pool and checking disinfection efficacy)
- points of water preparation & distribution
- post – treatment points
- other storage tanks or water containers
How To Use
Key Features
- Detects one bacteria
Detects as few as one colony of coliform bacteria or E. coli (1 CFU/100 mL).
- User-friendly
Anyone can do the analysis & obtain the results. No additional equipment for results interpretation.
- AOAC certified
Validated testing method, developed by professionals in a microbiological laboratory.
- Reliable results
It can serve as early warning system for detection of other microorganisms in water or presence of biofilms in water system.
- Chlorinated water
Suitable for testing chlorinated water
- No UV needed!
Microbium® MicroAquatest
MicroAquatest reagent
The package includes a chromogenic selective media reagent that changes colour: yellow indicates coliform bacteria, while green conforms presence of E. coli.
Sterile water sampling bottle
Sterile bottle is pre-filled with sodium thiosulphate to neutralize free chlorine, ensuring accurate results for drinking & chlorinated water testing. Perfect for reliable sampling in labs or field testing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MicroAquatest, and how does it work?
MicroAquatest is a simple presence/absence test designed for rapid and accurate microbial testing in water. Providing reliable results without the need for traditional membrane filtration or colony counting. It is based on selective chromogenic reagent which in presence of microorganisms changes colour. The colour change can be visible by naked eye, no UV needed.
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Perfect solution for hotels, pools, campgrounds & other similar facilites to regulary check water quality.
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