| 摘要 |
<p>The present invention relates to a method for measuring the number of living microorganisms in a specimen which comprises seizing the microorganisms on a hydrophobic filter after the dyeing thereof, or alternatively dyeing the microorganisms after seizing them on the hydrophobic filter, removing excessive coloring matter by washing, and then determining the number of the microorganisms from the degree of coloration thereof. Further, the present invention relates to a kit for measuring the number of living microorganisms which comprises a hydrophobic filter, a syringe to which the filter is fittable, a coloring matter solution, a cleaning solution, and a color reference table. The present invention enables to measure the number of living microorganisms in the specimen, rapidly and conveniently, and further without use of special equipment. In accordance with the present invention, the measurement is usually completed within 10 minutes. <IMAGE></p> |
