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Bacterial counts on fabrics: a comparative study of three methods.

J Hoborn, B Nyström

    The Journal of Hygiene
    |October 1, 1985
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    Assessing bacterial contamination on fabrics requires effective methods. Homogenization techniques, particularly using a Stomacher 400, are more efficient than the contact plate method for bacterial counting.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Textile Science

    Background:

    • Bacterial contamination of fabrics is a concern in various settings.
    • Accurate enumeration of bacteria on textiles is crucial for quality control and safety.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare the efficiency of the contact plate method with two homogenization methods for assessing bacterial contamination on fabrics.
    • To identify the most practical and effective method for bacterial enumeration on textile surfaces.

    Main Methods:

    • Comparison of bacterial counts obtained using the contact plate method.
    • Evaluation of two distinct homogenization techniques for bacterial recovery from fabrics.
    • Utilizing a Stomacher 400 for one of the homogenization procedures.

    Main Results:

    • The contact plate method yielded significantly lower bacterial counts compared to both homogenization methods.
    • The two homogenization methods produced comparable bacterial counts.
    • The Stomacher 400 homogenization method was identified as more practical.

    Conclusions:

    • Homogenization methods are superior to the contact plate method for assessing bacterial contamination on fabrics.
    • The Stomacher 400 offers a practical and recommended approach for efficient bacterial enumeration on textiles.

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