The comparing study of TEMPO/TVC method for determination of aerobic plate count with national food safety standard method in foods

Abstract:

[Objective] To confirm the detecting property of TEMPO/TVC method in foods. [Methods] TEMPO/TVC method compared with national food safety standard GB4789.2 aerobic plate count method in foods, including cooked meat products, convenience food, quick-frozen food, puffed food, candy, pastry, condiment. [Results] The results of TEMPO/TVC method and national food safety standard method showed good agreement; and the P value was greater than 0.05, no significance difference between the two methods. [Conclusion] TEMPO/TVC method is a rapid and accurate method, worthy of promoting in routine examination.

Key words:TEMPO/TVC method, National food safety standard method, Aerobic plate count, Food