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VIRAPREP Coliphage(ΦX174) Positive Control

ISO 10705-2, positive for microbiological tests (Somatic coliphages), suitable for water monitoring

Synonym(s):

Coliphages positive control

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NACRES:
NA.74
UNSPSC Code:
41116132

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ISO 10705-2

shelf life

12 mo.

suitability

positive for microbiological tests (Somatic coliphages)

application(s)

water monitoring

storage temp.

−20°C

packaging

pack of 20 tubes

General description

VIRAPREP Coliphage Positive Control is a quality control standard designed to validate and ensure the accuracy of coliphage testing in water samples. This positive control contains ΦX174 coliphages, which are somatic coliphages commonly used as microbial indicators in water quality testing. It is specifically formulated to comply with ISO 10705-2 standards, making it ideal for laboratories conducting microbiological tests and virus quantification. The ΦX174 Positive Control is a freeze-dried, water-soluble biological material containing a specified number of ΦX174 phages. The product ensures reliable calibration and performance verification of testing systems, providing confidence in the detection and enumeration of coliphages in drinking water, wastewater, and other water sources.

Application

VIRAPREP Coliphage Positive Control is used to validate coliphage testing methods. It is essential for laboratories performing water quality monitoring, microbial testing, and virus quantification in industries such as water treatment, environmental monitoring, food and beverage production, and pharmaceuticals. By providing a reliable reference, this positive control ensures the accuracy and reproducibility of results when detecting somatic coliphages as microbial indicators in drinking water and wastewater samples.

Features and Benefits

  • Ready-to-Use: Can be used directly without the need for defrosting, saving time and simplifying the testing process.
  • Easy Rehydration: Rehydration is quick and convenient using sterile water, ensuring minimal preparation time.
  • Precise Concentration: Each vial contains approximately 100 PFU (plaque forming units), providing accurate and reliable results for coliphage testing.

Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

WGK 1

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