This document presents guidance for carrying out manipulations which are common to each technique for the microbiological examination of water, particularly the preparation of samples, culture media and apparatus. It also describes the various enumeration techniques available and the criteria for the choice of a particular technique. This document is mainly intended for bacteria. yeasts and moulds. Some aspects are also applicable to viruses and parasites.
DS/EN ISO 8199:2008 history
2008DS/EN ISO 8199:2008 Water quality - General guidance on the enumeration of micro-organisms by culture