An indicator of the number of microorganisms in water or another sample, expressed as the number of colony-forming units (CFU/ml or CFU/100 ml); shows how many viable microorganisms can form colonies in a nutrient medium
Shows the overall microbiological quality and sanitary condition of the water
A high CFU count indicates the level of microbial contamination, the potential presence of pathogens, and the risk to human health
Occupational health and safety assessments (drinking water quality)
Water control in industrial facilities (food industry, technological processes)
Environmental studies (assessment of water body status, wastewater analysis)
