Molecular Microbial Diagnostic Methods: Pathways to Implementation in the Food and Water Industries aims to address the lack of guidance on incorporating molecular-based methods into routine diagnostic laboratories. The book explores what the industry and analysts can expect from the regular use of these methods and provides an overview of industry needs and the potential impact of current and advanced molecular methods in water and food analysis. It emphasizes the advantages of implementing molecular methods, offers guidance on when and how to use specific methods, and explains why these methods should be utilized for pathogen detection in routine laboratory settings.

In addition to its relevance for the food and water industries, the book also serves as a valuable resource for researchers conducting microbiological analysis. It covers a wide range of classical and cutting-edge methods, providing comprehensive reference material.

The book includes information on the implementation of molecular methods for routine monitoring in food and water laboratories. It also discusses the importance of validating these methods as alternatives to existing standard methods and addresses potential challenges that may arise during their successful implementation.

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