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Synonym(s):
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PAC,
Standard Plate Counts, SPC
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Requisition Form
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G-84;
G-21; G-21 RR
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Test Description
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Enumeration
of Coliform Bacteria using the 3M® Petrifilm™ method.
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Pre-Approval Needed
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Regulatory
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Supplemental Information Required
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N/A
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Supplemental Form(s)
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N/A
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Performed on Specimens from (sources)
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Food |
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Sample/Specimen Type for Testing
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Dairy
Products
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Minimum Volume/Size Required
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100
mL/ 100 grams
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Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping
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- Place
milk sample in sterile zip-lock or whirlpack bag or other sterile plastic
container.
- Store
on ice. Must be kept between 0.0°C and
4.5°C.
- Sample must be tested within 60 hours of collection
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Transport Medium
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N/A
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Specimen Labeling
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Sample
Identification must match submission form.
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Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements
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- Ship samples on Ice and/or Ice Packs.
- Samples must be shipped for overnight delivery.
- Ship according to Dangerous Good Regulations,
IATA, and/or CFR 49.
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Method
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FORM
FDA/NCIMS 2400a-4: Petrifilm™ Aerobic and Coliform Methods
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Turn-around Time
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4
Days
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Interferences/Limitations
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The
sample must be tested within 60 hours of collection.
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Causes for Rejection
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Insufficient
specimen, not collected by a Registered Sanitarian, improperly stored and/or
failure to meet shipping guidelines
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Additional Information
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N/A
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