What is this?
This is a DIY high sensitive mould testing kit via HERTSMI-2 analysis. The method can be used by home users to test directly or professionals such as qualified builders, scientists, doctors and lawyers for high accuracy in detection.
Testing from Certified ISO 17025 Lab
The results are based from an accredited laboratory located in Sydney
How it works?
Anyone can use this kit. Just need to follow these simple steps:
- Order the kit and we’ll send you a collection swap
- You follow the instruction of the collection swap
- Send the sample back to our testing laboratory with the enclosed return envelope
- Results and report will be emailed to you
Kit Sent to You
You Do Sampling
Post Back to Lab
Test Report to You
How to use?
Procedures will be provided inside the kit
What is Inside?
The kit will provide you the essentials.
- Dust collector (The dust collector contains a main holder, a cap on each end and a filter insert)
- 1x re-sealable bag for the dust collector.
- Sampling instructions and Chain-of-Custody (COC) form.
- 1x pair of sterile disposable gloves
Mould species this kit detects
Mould species this kit identified by via HERTSMI-2
- Aspergilus penicilloides
- Aspergillus versicolor
- Chaetomium globosum
- Stachybotrys chartarum
- Wallemia sebi
Equipment you need (not provided in kit)
You will need to have the following
- Vacuum Cleaner.
- 1x tape measure.
- 1x Stop watch, Timer, or a clock/watch with second hand.
- 1x roll of masking tape (or any tape that could map out the sampling area).
Overview
Health Effects Roster of Type Specific Formers of Mycotoxins and Inflammagens – 2nd Version (HERTSMI-2) is the mould test that detects the 5 main moulds. Living with mould is a risk for your lungs and can cause serious health hazards. Detection of mould can reduce your exposure and live in a safe environment. Detections also such severe situations such as people with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome(CIRS) if the household is good for them to reside or not.
Difference between HERTSMI-2 and ERMI testing
- HERTSMI-2 detects specifically 5 moulds whereas ERMI detects 30+ mould species.
- ERMI has an easy resulting method.
- HERTSMI-2 is more price-convenient than ERMI.
HERTSMI-2 Score
A HERTSMI-2 Score < 10 indicates that the household is safe for residents.
Additional Resource
After finalising the payment, you will receive sample collection package with instruction.
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