Bio-Rad Laboratories manufactures innovative methods for the microbiological analysis of water. Those alternative methods are based on new technologies such as chromogenic media and real-time PCR.

This new generation of analytical methods enables simple analysis which are easy to implement, reliable, and faster compared to classical methods. The performance of these methods is certified by NF Validation.

RAPID'E.coli 2 agar (US EPA validation in progress) for the detection and enumeration of E.coli / coliforms and RAPID'P.aeruginosa for the detection and enumeration of Pseudomonas aeruginosa are cultural methods that allow users to detect and enumerate the strains of interest from drinking water in less than 22 hr without the need for confirmation.

Recently, the quality control laboratory of the Bio-Rad manufacturing plant based in Steenvoorde, France earned ISO 17025 accreditation by Cofrac for food and water microbiology testing products, giving users confidence in the control of these products.

New methods for water analysis are often included in the standard reference method. In some countries where local regulations are permitted, alternative methods can be used for regulatory analysis.

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