E. coli Bacteria and other potentially dangerous microbes are commonly found in our environment, but they should not be present in our drinking water. Thousands of cases of bacterial illness occur every year, many of them fatal. Many strains of bacteria are not toxic, but some can cause very serious illness. Even mild cases can result in diarrhea, vomiting, cramps, and other gastrointestinal symptoms. Young children and those with weaker immunity are more likely to be affected. Since contaminated water may not taste or smell "bad", most cases of water-borne disease are not likely to be identified as such. The presence of bacteria in drinking water indicates that treatment methods are not working properly and are not adequate to remove all viable microbes. When treatment fails, drinking water may become potentially toxic. Community water systems take steps to disinfect bacteria in water, but they may not become aware of problems until it's too late. This bacterium was first recognized as a cause of illness in 1982.


Quality Check Bacteria Water Test Kit Benefits:

• Two (2) Bacteria Tests per kit allows you to perform the tests over time to monitor changes in water quality

• Fast, Accurate, and Affordable

• Straightforward instructions guide you through this simple test

• Save money by prescreening wells prior to state lab testing

• Results in 48 hours at room temperature

• EPA Compliant

• Identifies presence of Coliform Bacteria, including E. coli

• Follows the APHA, Standard Methods, 20th Edition, 9221 D, screen test for total coliform in potable water.

• Sensitivity: 1 colony per 100mL of water