A microbiological test that determines the number of viable microorganisms on or in a product, raw material, or equipment before sterilization, critical for ensuring pharmaceutical product safety.
County Waterford (Irish: Contae Phort Láirge) is a county in Ireland. It is in the province of Munster and is part of the Southern Region. It is named after the city of Waterford. Waterford City and County Council is the local authority for the county.