Disposable Vacuum Filtration Apparatus Capable of Detecting Microorganisms and Particulates in Liquid Samples

摘要

A vacuum filtration apparatus for detecting microorganisms and particulates in liquid samples. The apparatus includes a base, an absorbent pad, a filter means, a funnel and a lid. The funnel is releasably attached to the base, and may contain an integral flexible seal for releasably sealing the filter means to the base. The outer wall of the lid may be segmented to make it flexible, this flexibility allows it to be releasably attached to the funnel or the base. The apparatus is designed so that any funnel will fit any base, and any lid will fit any base or any funnel when all parts are manufactured to normal tolerances. The apparatus may contain a means to keep the filter means wrinkle free in both the dry and wet states.