Test parameters:
Used to enumerate viable bacteria belonging to the following groups:
        • Low nutrient bacteria (LNB) 
        • Iron-related bacteria (IRB)
        • Anaerobic bacteria (ANA)
        • Acid-producing bacteria (APB)
        • Sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB)
 (See our Microbiological Media section for a description of the above media and organisms).

Type of samples:  All samples, especially those from environments where aerobic conditions predominate and/or low nutrient conditions are present.

Number of samples one kit will test:  1

Allows for microscopic analysis:  Yes—must be returned to BTI Products laboratories for microscopic analysis. See Services for further details and pricing.

Allows for chemical analysis:  Yes—must be returned to BTI Products laboratories for chemical analysis. See Services for further details and pricing.

Detection range:  1 to ³100,000 bacteria of each type. Additional bottles can be used to extend the detection range.

Recommended use:  For initial diagnostic analysis of samples when causative agent(s) are unknown.

Industrial applications:  We recommend using MICkit^® 5 for most industrial applications:  industrial and potable water supplies, cooling waters, nuclear power, hydro-power, cutting and hydraulic fluids, fuels, and to test samples from external portions of oil and gas facilities. 

Cost per kit:  $155.00 USD
                         (Add $10.00 for marine)
Shelf-life:       1 year
Availability:    Regular formulation MICkit^® 5's in stock & ready to ship
                        Marine formulation MICkit^® 5's require a 2-week lead-time