GERBER TEST

THE GERBER METHOD - DETERMINE BUTTERFAT

The Gerber Method is a simple laboratory test used to find out how much fat (butterfat) is in milk or cream. It was invented by Swiss chemist N Gerber in 1891. It's still used because it's cheap, simple, and reliable.

Find attached hereto information on WHY, WHAT & HOW to perform this test.

* GERBER TEST - HOW TO DETERMINE FAT CONTENT

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