Colilert * -18 A faster, easier way to test for total coliforms and E. coli

Colilert * -18 A faster, easier way to test for total coliforms and E. coli

With Colilert * -18, coliforms and E. coli have nowhere to hide At IDEXX, we re unequivocally committed to ensuring that the water your customers drink is safe. Another thing to know: you can have total confidence with Colilert*-18. Like all our tests, Colilert-18 is the result of unparalleled research and development, and is backed by extensive peer-reviewed studies and microbiology experts around the world. IDEXX is renowned for advancing the science of testing and is trusted around the world to deliver water tests of the highest standard. Because safe water is your responsibility, rest assured that with Colilert-18, you have made the right choice.

The easiest path to accuracy A better choice Before you choose a test, choose a company. IDEXX is a trusted leader in water testing, with experienced microbiologists and world-class support. Based on a superior methodology, Colilert-18 provides an alternative method for water testing that entails far fewer steps, less equipment and much less time. A globally respected leader in water testing More than 100 approvals in over 40 countries Colilert*-18 is included in Standard Methods for Examination of Water and Wastewater Colilert-18/Quanti-Tray* method is the worldwide ISO standard for detecting total coliforms and E. coli (ISO 9308-2:2012) Extensive research and development capabilities Tests validated and accepted for multiple water matrices Ongoing innovation to bring you the latest in water testing A better solution Colilert-18 is more than a test. It s the result of unmatched testing experience a much simpler, trusted way to test water. Colilert-18 uses patented Defined Substrate Technology* (DST*) to simultaneously detect total coliforms and E. coli. DST also selectively suppresses enzymes of nontarget organisms to reduce false positives and false negatives that can occur with traditional media. Much easier than traditional methods, with far fewer steps Use for samples from any water source Higher sensitivity and specificity than membrane filtration Minimal training: less than 1 minute hands-on time No media prep or pipetting

A better result Not just any results Colilert-18 offers the most accurate results you can get in the fastest possible time: just 18 hours for definitive confirmation of presence/absence and quantification. Detects coliforms and E. coli simultaneously Results in 18 hours Easy-to-read visual results for quantification Higher specificity and sensitivity than traditional methods. Quantification up to 2,419 without dilutions A bigger picture What is the big picture in water testing? First and foremost, it s water safety with Colilert-18, you ll have information to detect coliforms and E. coli more quickly and accurately so that you can act sooner to prevent the spread of contamination. It s also about value water safety is paramount, but controlling costs is important, too. In the long run, Colilert-18 can save your organisation on costs associated with false positives and false negatives, and through enhanced labour productivity and increased laboratory capacity. Colilert-18 reduces costs associated with false positives and false negatives Fewer steps and minimal training enhance laboratory productivity Faster results mean faster response to contamination events Time-consuming QC is minimised

Colilert-18 A faster, easier way to test for total coliforms and E. coli Getting started 1 2 Add reagent to water sample. Cap vessel and shake to dissolve. Quantification 3 Pour sample into Quanti-Tray*. Presence/Absence 3 Incubate vessel for 18 hours. 4 Seal using the IDEXX Quanti-Tray* Sealer PLUS and incubate 18 hours. 4 Read results: Colorless = negative. Yellow = total coliforms. Yellow/Fluorescent = E. coli. 5 Read results: Yellow wells = total coliforms. Yellow/Fluorescent wells = E. coli. Refer to MPN table. To learn more, call +44 (0) 1638 676 800 or visit idexx.co.uk/colilert18. 2015 IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. 09-80996-00 * Colilert is a trademark or registered trademark of IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. The IDEXX Privacy Policy is available at idexx.com.