TABLE 3.
Log number of bacteria (CFU) counted by fluorescence microscopy per gram of salad
| Origin | Storage conditions (°C) | Mean ± SD total countsa |
|---|---|---|
| Norwegian | 4 | 8.1 ± 0.1 |
| Norwegian | 10 | 8.9 ± 0.1 |
| Spanish | 4 | 8.3 ± 0.2 |
| Spanish | 10 | 8.7 ± 0.1 |
Each log count is based on analyses of five independent bags. The standard deviations are based on the log values, not the actual counts.