DIN EN 14486:2005-08

This European Standard describes a method for the detection of those serotypes of enterovirus that replicate and form plaques in BGM cells under agar. These will largely be poliovirus and Coxsackievirus B serotypes. Most serotypes of echovirus, Coxsackievirus A and animal enteroviruses are unlikely to produce plaques under these conditions. Reoviruses are unlikely to be detectable within the specified seven day incubation period. It is applicable to any type of water and processed water sample although toxic elements may interfere with cell culture. The preparation, maintenance and enumeration of BGM cell culture is not described but suggestions are made for media that may be used. The details of methods to confirm that the plaques contain virus are not included.