Escherichia coli is a bacterium that is a common inhabitant of the gut of warm blooded animals, including man. Most strains of E.coli are harmless, however, some strains, such as E. coli O157:H7, can cause severe foodborne disease and are referred to as enterohaemorrhagic E .coli(EHEC). This pathogen produces toxins, known as verotoxins or Shiga-like toxins because of their similarity to the toxins produced by Shigella dysenteriae. The organism can grow from around 7-10C to 50C, with an optimum temperature of 37C. Some EHEC can grow in acidic foods, down to a pH of 4.4, and in foods with a minimum water activity (Aw) of 0.95. It is destroyed by thorough cooking of foods until all parts reach a temperature of 70C or higher. The designation “O157:H7″ in the name of this bacterium refers to specific chemical compounds that are found on its surface that distinguishes it from other strains of E. coli.

Product Feature

–High Sensitivity: 96%
–High Specificity: 98%
–Ease-to-use
–Reliable results
–Longer shelf life
–Clear background

Ordering Information:
  • 1. Cassette Cat No.: AN1048C
  • 2. Dipstick Cat No.: AN1048S
Helpful Documents:
  • 1. Instruction for use
  • 2. MSDS