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    What is a Water Culture for coliforms Test?

    Safe drinking water is essential for protecting public and environmental health. Since it’s impossible to tell if water is contaminated by simply observing its appearance, taste, or smell, testing for bacterial contamination is crucial. The Water Culture test for coliform bacteria (a type of microorganism) is a reliable method to determine if water contains harmful pathogens.

    Faecal contamination, which introduces disease-causing organisms into water, poses a serious health risk. However, testing for every potential pathogen is impractical due to the wide variety of organisms and their typically low concentrations. To address this, coliform bacteria are used as “indicator organisms” to assess water safety. These bacteria originate from the same sources as harmful pathogens, are easier to detect, and often exist in larger quantities, making them more practical to identify. Additionally, they react to environmental conditions and water treatment in ways similar to dangerous pathogens. Therefore, testing for coliform bacteria provides an effective indication of whether other harmful organisms may be present in the water.

    If you're in Bangalore and concerned about your water quality, book a Water Culture test for coliforms today. This test will help you ensure your drinking water is safe by detecting harmful bacteria that could pose health risks.

    Water Culture for coliforms Test Parameters

    The Water Culture test for coliforms measures a single parameter: the presence of coliform bacteria in water.

    Water Culture for coliforms Test Preparation

    Prerequisites: Fasting is not necessitated for this test.

    Best Time to Get Tested: This test is available at any time of day.

    When Recommended: Book the test as advised by your doctor.

    Cautions: There are no specific precautions to take before this test.

    Why Take the Water Culture for coliforms Test?

    The Water Culture test for coliform bacteria effectively assesses the safety of your drinking water and detects potential harmful pathogens.

    FAQs on Water Culture for coliforms Test

    The Water Culture for coliforms test costs 630 in Bangalore. This price is inclusive of the fastest home sample collection from your chosen address.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs offers home sample collection for the Water Culture for coliforms test in Bangalore. A skilled eMedic will arrive at your chosen location within 60 minutes of your booking to ensure a convenient testing experience.

    Orange Health Labs provides quick report delivery for the Water Culture for coliforms test. Typically, the report is available online within 188 hours after the sample is collected.

    To book your blood test, health checkup or Water Culture test for coliforms with Orange Health Labs, follow these steps:

    • Find the Test : Search for the Water Culture for coliforms test in Bangalore or Water Culture for coliforms test at home and visit the Orange Health Lab's website.

    • Review and Book : Select the test, confirm the requirements, input your address, and finalise the booking by choosing a convenient sample collection time.

    • Sample Collection : An experienced eMedic will visit to collect your blood sample at the arranged time.

    • Lab Processing : Your blood sample will be processed at our ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited laboratory.

    • Receive Results : Your reports will be sent to you via WhatsApp or email in approximately 188 hours and will also be accessible through our app.

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    References

    1. Detection and enumeration of coliforms in drinking water: current methods and emerging approaches.  Available from:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11777581/
    2. Coliform Bacteria in Drinking Water Supplies - Department of Health – New York State.  Available from:  https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/water/drinking/coliform_bacteria.htm