GENERAL INFORMATION
Cryptosporidium is a single-celled protozoan parasite commonly found in lakes and rivers, especially when the water is contaminated with sewage and animal waste.
HEALTH EFFECTS
Cryptosporidium can cause gastrointestinal illness (e.g., diarrhea, vomiting, cramps).
Standard value 1:
0.00
Standard units 1:
count/100gal
Input units:
count/100gal
Display name:
Cryptosporidium
Contaminant group:
Action is recommended 1:
MCL ADVISORY - ACTION IS REQUIRED
Cryptosporidium levels were detected in your water sample to exceed the maximum contaminant level (MCL).
Typical range in Ohio:
Assumed to be in any untreated surface water. Detection in water well suggest direct surface water influence.
Major sources in drinking water:
Fecal sources from warm blooded animals. Assumed to be in untreated surface water. Not typically found in properly constructed water wells. Detection in water well suggest direct surface water influence.
Website resources:
WATER RESOURCES
- USEPA - Water: Basic Information about Regulated Drinking Water Contaminants - Basic Information about Pathogens and Indicators in Drinking Water
- CDC - Parasites - Cryptosporidium (also known as "Crypto")