Microbial Plating Testing
Precision biological screening using highly selective media to identify and quantify microbial populations.
A2LA Accredited • ISO/IEC 17025:2017
Select a pathogen
Click on the screening panel to the left to view specific morphology details.
Screening Tier Comparison
| Target Organism / Pathogen | Standard Microtest | Microtest Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yeast and Mold (TYM) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Aerobic Bacteria | ✓ | ✓ |
| Gram-negative Bacteria | ✓ | ✓ |
| E. coli & Shiga producing E. coli (STEC) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Salmonella | ✓ | ✓ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | − | ✓ |
| Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) | − | ✓ |
| Environmental Listeria | − | ✓ |
Total Yeast, Aerobic, Gram-negative
Standard Microtest
Microtest Plus
E. coli (STEC) & Salmonella
Standard Microtest
Microtest Plus
Staph, LAB, Listeria
Standard Microtest
Microtest Plus
Typical Incubation Times
Sample Submission Guidelines
Ensure your material meets our intake specifications to prevent delays in sample accessioning.