Philip W. Adcock, C. Saint
Sep 1, 2001
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Quality indicators
Journal
Applied and Environmental Microbiology
Abstract
ABSTRACT The use of 4-methylumbelliferyl phosphate (MUP) andortho-nitrophenyl-β-d-galactopyranoside (ONPG) for the identification of Clostridium perfringenswas investigated. A liquid assay containing both MUP and ONPG was a highly specific alternative method for C. perfringensconfirmation, reducing incubation time from 48 to only 4 h. The assay solution is easy to prepare, does not require anaerobic conditions for use, and has an extended shelf life.