Sampling for Biological Contaminants
For total coliforms, fecal coliforms, E. coli, enterococci, heterotrophic Bacteria or coliphage Bottle to Use Sterile 125 or 150 mL plastic bottles must be used. Preservatives to Use Sodium Thiosulfate if sample is chlorinated and Cool to < 10 °C (< 50 °F) for source water and groundwater samples (recommended for drinking water as well) … Read more