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MicroSnap™ Coliform is a rapid test for detection and enumeration of Coliform bacteria. The test uses a novel bioluminogenic test reaction that generates light when enzymes that are characteristic of Coliform bacteria react with specialized substrates to produce light. The light generating signal is then quantified in the EnSURE™ luminometer. Depending on the required level of detection, MicroSnap Coliform is able to give results in the same day.
Catalog No | Description | Qty |
MS1-CEC | Coliform & E. coli Enrichment Device | 100 |
MS1-CEC-BROTH-2ML | Coliform & E. coli Enrichment Broth (2ml) | 100 |
MS2-COLIFORM | MicroSnap Coliform Detection Device | 100 |
MS2-ECOLI | MicroSnap E. coli Detection Device | 100 |
Features & Benefits
- Pass / Fail results at required detection levels are easy to understand
- No specific sample preparation required
- Numerical Results (CFU to RLU conversion)
- Can be used for environmental and product testing
- Fewer replicates required
- Independently validated
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Detects: Coliform Enumeration: 6 Hours Presence / Absence: 8 Hours |
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RESOURCES
Brochure
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MicroSnap Coliform Product Brochure
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AOAC PTM Validated Method Certificate
AOAC Certificate for MicroSnap Coliform & E. Coli
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
SDS MicroSnap Coliform Enrichment Swab
SDS MicroSnap Coliform Detection Swab
Rapid results where you need them most.
Raw Material
Raw Material Test
Screen for microbiological contamination before materials go into processing.
- Prevent contaminated raw materials from entering production
- Avoid costly hold times that shorten raw material shelf-life
- Prevent equipment down-time and reduce overtime
- Move materials
A new light on microbial detection.
MicroSnap is a rapid bioluminogenic test method for the detection and enumeration of bacteria, giving actionable same-day test results. The MicroSnap test platform consists of an Enrichment Device containing a specific growth medium and a Detection Device containing a bioluminogenic (light-producing) substrate. When MicroSnap detects the specific microorganism, light is emitted and measured with Hygiena’s EnSURE luminometer. Results are stored and tracked with Hygiena’s complimentary SureTrend software for further data analysis and trending.

No more counting colonies.
CFU
Colony Forming Units
Traditional plating methods utilize colony counting techniques to determine CFU levels. MicroSnap technology derives equivalent CFU values using light detection.

RLU
Relative Light Units
EnSURE displays measurements in relative light units (RLU’s). The RLU number is correlated to colony forming units (CFU’s).
How to Use
Same-day results.
The entire MicroSnap test process is complete in the same day.

Presence/Absence
Sample is collected and enriched at the beginning of the shift and incubated.
Enumeration
Sample is collected and enriched at the beginning of the shift and incubated.
Custom Applications
Faster results for higher detection limits. Contact us for instructions specific to your application.
Additional Benefits
Reduce Materials
No serial dilutions to make.
Fewer replicates required.
Eliminate Lab Costs
Reduce lab fees.
No expensive overnight shipping.
Reduce Inventory Costs
Shorter product hold time.
Less inventory in warehouse.
New! Enhanced Broths
Enhanced Nutrient & EB Broths are one enrichment media for three MicroSnap detection tests. Just add 1mL of sample to the 9mL volume and incubate!
Enhanced Nutrient Broth is compatible with:
- MicroSnap E. coli
- MicroSnap Coliform
- MicroSnap Total
Enhanced EB Broth is compatible with:
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MicroSnap Coliform
- MicroSnap EB
Only available by special order in quantities of 25 boxes or more. Contact a sales representative for more information.
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Flexible for filterable samples.
Testing a large-volume liquid sample for Coliforms? MicroSnap Coliform & E. coli Enrichment Broth is available in a 2mL vial for use with filtered samples, delivering same-day results. Earlier results mean held product can be released sooner, drastically cutting inventory and warehouse costs for beverage processors.
The method is AOAC approved and validated against the EPA method. Download the brochure to learn more: MicroSnap Enrichment Broth 2mL for Large Volume Filterable Liquid Testing
Microbiology in a snap.
MicroSnap's efficient design makes microorganism testing easier than ever. Each device's patented Snap-Valve™ holds a precise amount of specific enrichment broth, ready to be used for either product or surface samples. Within the enrichment device is a built-in pipette, enabling convenient and efficient transfer of enriched sample to the detection device.

Benefits
- Pass / Fail result at required detection levels are easy to understand
- Equivalent results to other culturing methods
- No specific sample preparation required
- Independently validated
Specifications
- Applications: environmental and product testing
- Built-in pipette for easy sample transfer
- Snap-Valve™ technology - snap & squeeze
- Write-on swab label
- MicroSnap Coliform detects:
- E. coli
- Klebsiella
- Citrobacter
- Enterobacter
Catalog No.
Catalog No | Description | Qty |
MS1-CEC | Coliform & E. coli Enrichment Device | 100 |
MS1-CEC-BROTH-2ML | Coliform & E. coli Enrichment Broth (2ml) | 100 |
MS2-COLIFORM | MicroSnap Coliform Detection Device | 100 |
MS2-ECOLI | MicroSnap E. coli Detection Device | 100 |
Resources
Brochure
Instructions
- MicroSnap Coliform & E. coli - EnSURE & SystemSURE Plus - Instructions
- MicroSnap Enhanced EB Broth - 9ml - for MicroSnap Coliform - Instructions
AOAC PTM Validated Methods Certificate
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- SDS MicroSnap Coliform Enrichment Swab
- SDS MicroSnap Coliform Detection Swab
- SDS MicroSnap Enhanced EB Broth - 9ml
Research
- Validation of the MicroSnap Coliform and E. coli Test System for Enumeration and Detection of Coliforms and E. coli in a Variety of Foods
- Introduction to Microbiological Indicators in the Food Industry
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