Colilert Medium Quality Control - Total Coliform / E.coli (Sm 9223b-2004) - South Carolina

Colilert Medium Quality Control - Total Coliform/E.coli (Sm 9223b-2004) is a legal document that was released by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control - a government authority operating within South Carolina.

FAQ

Q: What is Colilert medium?
A: Colilert medium is a culture medium used for detecting the presence of total coliforms and E.coli in water samples.

Q: What is the purpose of the quality control test using Colilert medium?
A: The quality control test using Colilert medium is performed to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the test results.

Q: What are total coliforms?
A: Total coliforms are a group of bacteria that are commonly found in the environment, including in water sources.

Q: Why is the detection of coliform bacteria important in water testing?
A: The detection of coliform bacteria in water is important as it can indicate the presence of pathogens or other harmful microorganisms that may pose a risk to human health.

Q: What is E.coli?
A: E.coli (Escherichia coli) is a specific type of coliform bacteria commonly associated with fecal contamination and is an indicator of potential waterborne pathogens.

Q: What does the Sm 9223b-2004 refer to?
A: Sm 9223b-2004 refers to the specific standard method used for the detection of total coliforms and E.coli in water samples using Colilert medium.

Q: Why is South Carolina mentioned in the document title?
A: South Carolina is mentioned in the document title to indicate that the quality control test using Colilert medium is specifically applicable to water testing in that state.