Recommended for targeted testing for the presence and enumeration of motile, non-motile, and diatom algae. This testing package is ideal for people who are located near a harmful algal bloom event and are noticing unpalatable taste and odor issues in their drinking water. Reported results will include detailed, quantified analysis and enumeration (cell count) of algae.

• Certified lab testing
• Fast turnaround at lab (10 days)
• Free shipping, both ways
• Expert support

Algae can enter drinking water supplies during periods of freshwater and marine harmful algal blooms (HABs). HABs can occur anytime there is an excessive accumulation of algae growth. Some types of algae are toxic, but often algae is not–yet it can lead to a moldy taste and smell in your water.

This mail-to-lab sampling kit provides all required materials to properly collect and submit a sample for certified laboratory testing. This also include a prepaid shipping label to lab.