| Coliform  

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. Results are available in 8 hours or less, depending upon required level of detection. Single figure organisms can be detected in 8 hours, enabling MicroSnap to give results in the same working day or shift.  

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Raw Material Tests

Screen for microbiological contamination before materials go into processing.

Plant Environmental Monitoring

Test environmental surfaces and equipment for same-day bacterial results of plant hygiene. 

Finished Product Testing

Verify microorganism levels sooner for quicker release and better quality assurance.

 A new light on microbial detection.

MicroSnap is a rapid bioluminogenic test method for the detection and enumeration of bacteria, giving actionable test results in less than 8 hours. 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.

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).

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 results in less than 8 hours. 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

Presence/Absence

Sample is collected and enriched at the beginning of the shift and incubated for 8 hours.

Enumeration

Sample is collected and enriched at the beginning of the shift and incubated for 6 hours.

Custom Applications

Faster results for higher detection limits. Contact us for instructions specific to your application.  

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. After activation, the detection device delivers final results in 10 minutes, making the total time 8 hours or less. That means less time waiting for lab results or counting plates.

Additional Benefits 

No serial dilutions to make.

Fewer replicates required.

Reduce Materials

Reduce lab fees.

No expensive overnight shipping.

Reduce Inventory Costs

Shorter product hold time.

Less inventory in warehouse.