ASTM D5246
Standard Test Method for Isolation and Enumeration of Pseudomonas aeruginosa from Water
Available Formats:
- Availability: Immediate Download
- Language: English
- License Type: Single User
- Updates: Not Included
- Availability: Request Quote
- Language: English
- License Type: Enterprise / Multi User
- Updates: Included
About This Item
ASTM D5246 is the ASTM standard that describes a test method for isolating and enumerating Pseudomonas aeruginosa from water. It is relevant when water quality needs to be checked for the presence and count of this microorganism using a defined technical approach. By providing a standardized method, ASTM D5246 helps support consistent testing, clearer reporting, and more dependable comparisons between results obtained by different laboratories or programs.
Purpose of ASTM D5246
The purpose of ASTM D5246 is to provide a recognized laboratory procedure for isolating and counting Pseudomonas aeruginosa in water samples. This kind of standard is useful when a controlled, repeatable test method is needed for microbiological evaluation. The document supports technical consistency by guiding how the organism is detected and enumerated, helping users align testing practices with a common ASTM reference. In practice, that can improve confidence in results used for monitoring, evaluation, or quality control.
Common use cases of ASTM D5246
ASTM D5246 is commonly used in water testing workflows where Pseudomonas aeruginosa may need to be isolated and measured. It is relevant for laboratories and quality programs that handle water samples and require a standardized microbiological test method. The standard may also support product evaluation, routine monitoring, and compliance-oriented testing where consistent organism enumeration matters. As a technical document, it is useful for organizations that need a defined approach rather than an informal or internal procedure.
Why ASTM D5246 matters
ASTM D5246 matters because standardized microbiological testing helps reduce variation in how water samples are analyzed. A clear method for isolating and enumerating Pseudomonas aeruginosa supports more reliable comparisons across tests, sites, and laboratories. That can be important for procurement decisions, quality control programs, and verification of water-related performance or cleanliness requirements. Using a recognized ASTM standard also helps teams communicate results more consistently and strengthen confidence in the testing process.
- Water sample microbiological testing
- Isolation of Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Enumeration using a standardized method
- Quality control and result consistency
- Lab reporting and technical compliance
- Publication Date: 2024-04-15
- Publisher: ASTM
Need This Standard?
Request a personalized quote today to receive the latest edition in PDF or other available formats.
Need This Standard?
Request a personalized quote today to receive the latest edition in PDF or other available formats.
Summarize with AI
Get quick summaries using your favorite AI engine.
Online Standart Disclaimer
OnlineStandart.com is an authorized reseller of international standards, operating through partnerships with authorized distributors. We do not own the copyrights or trademarks of the standards we sell, including but not limited to those of API, ASHRAE, BSI, SAE, ASTM, IEEE, IEC, ASME, ISO, and others.
All product names, logos, and brands are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only; their use does not imply endorsement. OnlineStandart.com is not affiliated with or endorsed by any standards development organization unless explicitly stated. The content of this document is for informational purposes only and is intended to promote our licensed reselling services.
Online Standart does not host, distribute, or link to free, unlicensed, or uncertified copies of copyrighted standards. Every document we deliver is a licensed copy obtained through authorized channels and supplied with full licensing documentation. The “Free PDF Download” option on our product pages refers to this free informational document — never to a free copy of any standard.