What are the advantages of direct microscopic count?

Direct microscopic count is one of many techniques used to measure bacterial growth. In this method, individual bacterial cells are directly observed and counted using a Petroff-Hausser counting chamber. 

Advantages of direct count

• The technique is straightforward and simple, requiring minimum equipment and setting up
• Results can be obtained within a short time
• Morphology of the bacteria can be studied, allowing for qualitative and quantitative study
• Researchers can count even very dense suspensions on appropriate dilution