Campylobacter quantification by qPCR is unable to distinguish viable vs. dead cells in contrast to the culture-based ISO 10272-2 reference method. Propidium monoazide (PMA) has been used to overcome ...

Performance of a standard method depends on the quality of reagents, equipment, commercial and in-house test procedures and labs should ensure they have been validated and shown to be fit for purpose.

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract A procedure is described for observation and enumeration of microscopic epilithic algae, directly on stone surfaces. The method involves the ...