Review: The direct epifluorescent filter technique
- 1 April 1986
- journal article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in International Journal of Food Science & Technology
- Vol. 21 (5) , 535-546
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2621.1986.tb00392.x
Abstract
The direct epifluorescent filter technique (DEFT) for the rapid enumeration of microorganisms is described with particular reference to milk and foods. Recent development with regard to applications and automation, and the likely future of the method are discussed.Keywords
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