Environmental Mycotoxin Testing
Environmental mycotoxin testing is crucial because mold mycotoxins can persist even after remediation, continuing to impact indoor air quality. These toxic compounds are smaller than 0.03 microns, making HEPA filters ineffective. Identifying mycotoxins helps determine exposure risks, guiding targeted mitigation strategies and effective remediation efforts.
Why Test for Mycotoxins?
Environmental mycotoxin testing is a specialized assessment used to detect and quantify toxic byproducts (mycotoxins) produced by certain molds. Unlike standard mold testing, which focuses on spore presence, this test determines whether harmful mycotoxins are lingering in the environment, even after visible mold is removed. Since mycotoxins are microscopic (smaller than 0.03 microns) and can remain airborne or settle on surfaces, they pose long-term health risks if not properly identified and mitigated.
Understanding Environmental Mycotoxin testing
Sample Collection
- Dust Sampling: A precise collection of settled dust from targeted indoor surfaces is taken using a vacuum or swab method. Mycotoxins often bind to fine dust particles.
- Air Sampling (if applicable): Advanced air-capture techniques can be used to detect airborne mycotoxins, though they are often more prevalent in settled dust.
- Surface Sampling: If contamination is suspected on specific materials, swab samples are taken from those areas.
How is it Performed?
- Samples are sent to a specialized laboratory for liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) or ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) testing, which accurately detects and quantifies different types of mycotoxins.
- Results indicate which mycotoxins are present and at what levels, helping determine the severity of contamination.
Laboratory Analysys
- The data is analyzed in relation to known health risk thresholds.
- A report is generated to guide mitigation strategies, which may include source identification, enhanced filtration methods beyond HEPA, improved ventilation, and specialized remediation techniques to break down mycotoxins effectively.
Result Interpretation
Based on test findings, targeted solutions are recommended to reduce mycotoxin exposure, such as air purification, surface decontamination, or addressing hidden moisture issues that may contribute to ongoing mold toxin production.
Developing a Mitigation Plan
Contact Saniservice’s Indoor Sciences Division to schedule your Mycotox Test and comprehensive indoor air quality assessment.
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