Easy-to-use: A standardized
procedure utilizing custom tape strips with a transparent "window" where surface
samples are taken. The window area is stained and read microscopically under high
power and oil immersion [1000x] magnification in the lab.
NO Loss of Sample Material: Tape strips are applied directly to the
microscope slide attached to the sample card after taking each sample (3 per slide);
therefore, NO loss of sample material and NO exposure
while specimen is in transit or during lab procedures.
Laboratory report includes semi-quantitative levels
of spores observed (0-5+), identification of predominant fungal types (to genus), and what
the results suggest.
1) TAKE
SAMPLES FOR MOLD(three tape
samples per card)
"Surface sampling is preferred
over bulk sampling when a less destructive method of sample collection is
desired." Bioaerosols: Assessment and Control ACGIH
1999
TAPE STRIPS
SAMPLE CARD
2) MAIL
SAMPLE CARD BACK TO LAB
Surface sampling may
be used to:
"(a) confirm the nature of
suspected microbial growth on environmental surfaces
(b) measure the relative degree of biological contamination, and
(c) identify the types of microorganisms and other biological agents
present."
Bioaerosols: Assessment and Control, ACGIH 1999
3) RECEIVE WRITTEN REPORT BY MAIL OR BY FAX
[Surface tape
sampling]
“may help investigators decide if further sampling is indicated and may help them
formulate recommendations for remediation.” Bioaerosols: Assessment and Control, ACGIH 1999
WRITTEN REPORT
Call 1-866-225-MOLD
TO ORDER THE PROFESSIONAL
MOLDetect® TEST KIT
(This version of the kit is sold only to professional samplers, not to
the general public)
"(a) confirm the nature of
suspected microbial growth on environmental surfaces
