ATP Bioluminescence: Detecting Microbial Contamination in Dentifrices

Sep 5th, 2008
Luis Jimenez

In tests on eight dentifrice formulations, a bioluminescence system based on adenosine triphosphate (ATP) detected tested microorganisms qualitatively within 24-27 hours, compared to 5-7 days required for quantitative detection by standard methods.

 

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