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Dairy Water- Total Coliform MPN- Milk and Dairy

Laboratory Fee Schedule

Procedure: MZZ0440A

CPT: N/A

Synonym(s):	Total coliform, Dairy Water MPN
Requisition Form	G-20
Test Description	Detects the presence of Total coliform bacteria in Dairy Waters.
Pre-Approval Needed	Regulatory
Supplemental Information Required	N/A
Supplemental Form(s)	N/A
Performed on Specimens from (sources)	Food
Sample/Specimen Type for Testing	Glycol, Sweetwater, Chilling Water, Cooling Water, Silo Water, Dairy Waters
Minimum Volume/Size Required	> 105 mL.
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping	Place sample in water-tight, wide-mouthed container with a capacity of at least 120 mL (4 oz). Sodium thiosulfate (100mg/L) must be added to containers before sterilization (0.1 mL of 10% sodium thiosulfate solution, appropriate tablet, or powder). Samples must be tested within 30 hours of collection. Dairy water samples must be. tested within 6 hours of collection if not refrigerated (temperature control not required) maintained at 0.0°C to 4.5°C and shipment must include temperature control.
Transport Medium	N/A
Specimen Labeling	Sample Identification must match submission form.
Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements	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.
Method	FORM FDA/NCIMS 2400m Dairy Waters
Turn-around Time	5 Days
Interferences/Limitations	Can detect total coliform bacteria at a sensitivity of <1.1 CFU/100 mL.
Common Causes for Rejection	Not collected by a Registered Sanitarian Insufficient quantity specimen Improperly stored, Failure to meet shipping guidelines.
Additional Information	N/A