| Cysts (parasites) |
|
|---|---|
| Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) | Zero |
| Potential Health Effects (from ingestion of water) |
Gastrointestinal illness |
| Potential Source of Contaminant | Animal or human waste, contaminated food products |
| Applicable NSF/ANSI Standard(s) | Standard 53 Standard 58 |
| Water Treatment Technologies Certified by NSF for Reduction of this Contaminant | Filtration (i.e. carbon/charcoal) Reverse Osmosis |
| Special Notes | Products certified for reduction of cysts will be effective for Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Entamoeba, and Toxoplasma |
