Service description
Laboratory of water microbiology analyses the occurrence of pathogenic bacteria in water and environmental samples as a service for clients, for example
- in connection with a suspected waterborne outbreak
- in order to investigate a water-related problem
- identify microbiological threats
- ensure the quality of water
The client takes and delivers the water samples to laboratory of water microbiology in Kuopio. Sampling and Shipping
Thermotolerant Campylobacter
Thermotolerant Campylobacter are determined in drinking water, surface water and wastewater according to ISO 17995:2019. Samples are filtered through membrane filters when necessary; the filters are transferred to enrichment broth before being plated onto solid media.
The method is accredited for drinking water.
Salmonella
Detection of Salmonella in drinking water, surface water and wastewater is based on ISO 19250:2010. Samples are filtered through membrane filters which are transferred to enrichment broth before plating onto solid media.
The method is not accredited.
Bacteria of the genus Vibrio
Detection of Vibrio species in surface water samples is based on membrane filtration and surface plating methods using TCBS agar according to ISO 21872‑1:2017.
The method is not accredited.
Identification of bacterial strains
Identification of bacterial strains can be performed using biochemical sugar reaction panels such as API tests (Biomerieux), polymerase chain reaction (PCR), MALDI‑TOF analysis, and 16S rRNA sequencing.
The identification procedure is not accredited.
Who we provide the service for
THL analyses the occurrence of pathogenic bacteria in water samples as a service for customers, such as municipalities and waterworks.
What you can expect from us
Preliminary results are reported as soon as they are available. Final results are delivered immediately after confirmation. The turnaround time depends on the analysis and varies between 1–14 days. The test report and invoice are delivered electronically approximately two weeks after the final results are ready.
Pricing
The customer pays both the shipping costs and the analysis costs. Billing information must be provided to THL when placing the analysis order using the order form. The order form must be completed and submitted to the laboratory before the analysis can begin. THL sends the invoice after the test report has been delivered. VAT 25.5% is added to the prices.
| Thermotolerant Campylobacter (culture method)* | 98.00 € (VAT 0%) |
| Vibrio-bacteria | 98.00 € (VAT 0%) |
| Bacterial strain identification | 80.00 € (VAT 0%) |
| Large‑volume sampling package (DEUF, materials and handling) | 167.00 € (VAT 0%) |
*The method is accredited according to SFS‑EN ISO 17025:2005.
How to use the service and contact us
- Always arrange sample shipment in advance and inform the laboratory of the expected arrival time in Kuopio.
- Send samples as express parcels so that they arrive the morning after sampling.
- The sender pays both freight and delivery.
Contact details: [email protected]
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