Analysis of mould, fungi and microorganisms in air

Sampling & analysis of mould, fungi and microorganisms in air

Mould is a fast-growing health concern. The presence of mould in a building is a serious problem that can have detrimental effects on the health of your employees and clients. Mould often grows in damp locations in our homes and workplaces such as the area between walls, in attics or on insulation, carpeting, and wallboard. Unfortunately, mould colonies are not always visible, and their odours may not be obvious, making it possible for its presence to go unnoticed for a long period of time


Mould

Analytical method & sampling procedure

ALS offers a variety of test methods; Microscopy or PCR, collection devices; filter or tape for the sampling, identification and counting of mould in indoor environments, both in the workplace and residential buildings.


Examples of parameters reported
  • Equivalents per square centimetre (or similar unit)
  • Aspergillus, Penicillium and Paecilomyces
  • Stachybotrys chartarum
  • aspergillus versicolor
  • Streptomyces

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