MOULD ANALYSIS >>

Spore Trap Analysis
Sample analysis will include identification to genus or group of all fungal spores present, quantification to spores per cubic meter of air (spores/m³), and general assessment of
fungal fragments and non-fungal debris.
Sample types: Air-O-Cell, Micro 5, LARO, BioAire, PCM, MCE cassettes, etc.
Turnaround available: 4 hour-rush (reported within 4 hours from receipt of samples,
samples will usually be processed for analysis immediately upon receipt),
24 hour-rush, and standard (2-4 business days).

Direct Microscopic Examination
Samples will be examined under the microscope for mould growth. Mould types present
on the samples will be identified and reported in rank order.
Sample types: bulk (drywall, ceiling tile, carpet, wood, insulation, etc.), tape-lift, swab, wipe, dust (micro-vacuum dust), etc.
Turnaround available: 4 hour rush (reported within 4 hours from receipt of samples,
samples will usually be processed for analysis immediately upon receipt),
24 hour-rush, and standard (2-4 business days).

Culturing Analysis
Samples will be incubated at 25ºC or at certain specified temperatures.
Mould types grown will be identified to genus or species level per client requests.
To genus level: all moulds will be identified to genus (to species for Aspergillus)
where possible.
To species level: all moulds will be identified to species level where possible.
Turnaround time: 7-10 days (to genus level), 10-15 days (to species level).

Air Samples: (Andersen, RCS, BioCassette) Analysis includes identification to genus and/or species level, and quantification to colony forming unit (CFU) per volume of air (CFU/m³).
Contact plates: Analysis includes identification to genus and/or species level,
and quantification to CFU per square area.
Swab, dust, bulk samples (quantification analysis): Analysis includes growth of moulds on suitable media, identification to genus and/or species level as required, and quantification to CFU/per square area or per weight.
Swab, dust, bulk samples (non-quantification analysis): Analysis includes growth of moulds on suitable media, and identification to genus and/or species level.

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BACTERIUM ANALYSIS >>

Sewage Contamination/Clearance Rapid Screen Test
The presence/absence of total coliform/E.coli, and Enterococci (a subgroup of Streptococci) associated with fecal and/or sewage contamination will be determined.
Sample types: swab, bulk, wipe, water, dust, etc.
Turnaround available: rush (1 day), standard (2 days).

Total Bacterium Count
Total number of colonies will be determined and reported as per volume, per square area or per weight.
Sample types: air samples (Anderson, RCS, etc.); contact plate, swab, bulk, wipe, water, dust, etc.
Turnaround time: 5-7 days.

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FIBER AND DUST CHARACTERIZATION >>

Fiber types, total pollens and dust debris (such as skin cells, soot, rust fragments, mites, insect parts, etc.) will be identified and/or quantified.
Sample types: air samples (Air-O-Cell, Micro 5, LARO, BioAire, PCM, MCE cassettes, etc.), dust, tape-lift, bulk, etc.
Turnaround available: 4 hour rush, 24 hour-rush, and standard (2-4 business days).

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EQUIPMENT RENTAL >>

The following pumps and sampling apparatus are available for rent from EMC:
SKC QuickTake 15 Kit
These pumps are ideal for the collection of spore trap samples. The kit includes carrying case, the pump itself, sampling wand, tripod and rotameter.
High Volume Vacuum Pump
This versatile pump can be used for many sample applications including collection of spore-trap samples, PCM samples, dust samples and viable samples (when used in combination with single-stage impactor).
Single Stage Impactor
The single stage impactor is used for collecting culturable/viable samples (Andersen samples). The impactor is used in combination with agar plates (growth media).

SAMPLING SUPPLIES >>

Cassettes, agar media, swabs, tape-lifts, etc.