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Microbial Indicators: Preparation and Dilution

Learn the procedures to prepare three sample types and the requirements for sample dilution prior to plating.

Setup for Success: Sample and Dilution Preparation for Microbial Indicator Testing

3M™ Petrifilm™ Plates

Available courses:
Aerobic Count
Rapid Coliform Count
Coliform Count
E. coli Coliform Count
Enterobacteriaceae Count
Lactic Acid Bacteria Count
Rapid Aerobic CountRapid E.coli/Coliform Count

Microbial Indicators: Calculations and Reporting

Learn how to calculate and report results. Practice calculations and test your knowledge with this short interactive module.

Indicator Calculations and Reporting Educational Module

Pathogens: Preparation and Detection

Learn the basics of foodborne pathogen detection including important considerations for sample enrichment.

Sample Preparation for Pathogen Detection

Pathogens: Pipetting

Watch a short video demonstrating the proper low-volume pipetting process. Identify mistakes to avoid. Check your knowledge with some quick practice scenarios.

Pipetting for Molecular Pathogen Detection

3M™ Molecular Detection System

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    Indicator testing

    Save time without agar preparation. Get a wide range of indicator organism plates that are ready to go right out of the pack and require less energy and water than traditional methods.

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    Pathogen testing

    We offer a single post-enrichment protocol for all pathogens with ready-to-use reagents and same- or next-day results. You can save even more time by testing pathogens simultaneously.

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    Lab automation

    Advance the efficiency of your lab by automating the imaging, interpretation and tracking of results. Technology from 3M can help streamline, making operations productive, proficient and proactive.

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    Sample collection

    Streamline your prevention-based monitoring program with precision-based sponges, swabs, bags and preparation tools from 3M for efficient testing.

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    Allergen testing

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    With consistent, real-time results, easy-to-use tools and user-friendly software, 3M hygiene monitoring solutions are designed to streamline your process.

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    Choosing a pathogen testing method

    See why this food safety expert says these are the five key things labs should consider when choosing a pathogen testing method.

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    Cost effective process controls and tools

    Learn why cost-effective process controls and tools are important to the food industry.

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    Food testing laboratory changes

    Food companies need to challenge their current practices to respond to changes in food safety regulations. Here’s why.

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Take a closer look at how 3M Food Safety testing methods can help your contract lab meet your goals for efficiency, sustainability, productivity and more.

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