Method for recovering microorganisms from a sample

Details Method for recovering microorganisms from a sample Method for recovering microorganisms from a sample

2004-12-09

2008-09-16

Hobbs, Lisa J (Department: 1657)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or...

C435S261000, C435S252300, C435S029000, C435S031000, C435S032000, C435S034000

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07425411

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides for a method for recovering microorganisms from a sample that is rapid and provides microorganisms substantially free of adsorbents and other particles. The method includes mixing a sample comprising a medium, an adsorbent and microorganisms with a first solution in a first vessel; separating the adsorbent from the medium and the microorganisms and removing the microorganisms and a portion of the medium from the first vessel; mixing the microorganisms and the portion of the medium with a second solution in a second vessel to resuspend the microorganisms; and separating the microorganisms from the resulting mixture.

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