Detection Methods for Algae, Protozoa and Helminths in Fresh and Drinking Water

ISBN-13: 9780471899891 / Angielski / Twarda / 2002 / 248 str.

Osvaldo Conio; Giuliano Ziglio; Andre Van Der Beken

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This is the second book in the Water Quality Measurement Series. It focuses on the analytical aspects related to epidemiology, toxicology, sanitary, engineering and plant technology to provide an integrated and clear strategy for carrying out surveillance, quality control, prevention and remedial measures.
* Contains a significant number of tables, figures, colour and black and white photographs and spectra
* Offers workable answers to specific practical issues using a comprehensive and scientifically sound approach

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Series Preface.

Preface.

The Series Editor –
Philippe Quevauviller.

List of Contributors.

Part One: Sanitary and Technical Aspects.

Presence of Algae, Protozoa, Helminths in the Water Environment: Significance, Sanitary Implications and Preventive Measures (Kanitz and Franco).

Water Potabilization Plant in the Presence of Algae, Protozoa and Helminths (Coccagna and Ziglio).

Biological Methods in Managing Problems in Water Works and Distribution Systems (A. Sladeckova).

Part Two: Algae and Helminths.

An Overview of Counting Methods for Algae (G. Bowe).

Extraction and Determination of Chlorophylls (G. Bowe).

Phytoplankton Analysis Using Flow Cytometry (S. Sgorbati).

Methods for Cyanobacterial Toxin Detection (Rapala and Lahti).

Hygiene and Health Aspects and Interpretation of Data Related to the Presence of Helminths in Water for Human Consumption (L. Bonadonna and G. Bezziccheri).

Part Three: Protozoa.

Pathogenic Protozoa in Fresh and Drinking Water (D. Gold and H. Smith).

An Overview of Concentraction Techniques for Giardia and Cryptosporidium (E. Carraro).

An Overview of Identification Methods in Use for Giardia and Cryptosporidium (E. Carraro and F. Palumbo).

Viability of Cryptosporidium Oocysts and Giardia Cysts (J. O′Grady and H. Smith).

References.

Index.

Blurb

Providing a comprehensive approach to water quality measurement, Detection Methods for Algae, Protozoa and Helminths in Fresh and Drinking Water is the second book in the Water Quality Measurement Series.

Potential disease–causing biological agents such as Algae, Protozoa and Helminths exist throughout the entire water cycle. These agents, which can be of natural or anthropogenic origin, have varied potential impact and significance in the water cycle. This book focuses on the analytical aspects related to epidemiology, toxicology, sanitary engineering and plant technology to provide an integrated and clear strategy for carrying out surveillance, quality control, prevention and remedial measures.

The book provides coverage of:

• Hygienic and health aspects of biological agents within fresh and drinking water
• Counting methods for Algae, Protozoa and Helminths
• Methods for cyanobacteria toxin detection
• Methods for extraction and determination of chlorophylls
• Viability of Cryptosporidium oocysts and Giardia cysts
• Laboratory requirements and quality assurance

The book also addresses the importance of:

• Epidemiological and other catchment area information
• Environmental context
• Waterwork structure
• Treatment plant configuration
• Sampling strategy and methodology.

Water Quality Measurement Series
This series provides a comprehensive coverage of the analytical techniques used for the measurement of substances in water from sampling through to laboratory analysis. The scope of the series encompasses topical issues including quality assurance, standard procedures, and the best practices in measuring water quality, from surface and drinking water to coastal and wastewater. The techniques will be discussed in relation to current legislation and guidelines.

The series aims to offer workable answers to specific practical issues related to measurements of the water cycle quality, using a comprehensive and scientifically sound approach.