Bacterial swab test
Testing for specific bacterial species such as E. coli, Coliform and Salmonella.
When to use it
Bacterial swab testing identifies specific species (such as E. coli, Coliform or Salmonella) present on a surface or in a sample. It’s used where a specific organism is suspected rather than a general hygiene check, for example following contamination from sewage, flooding or a biohazard incident.
How sampling works
A swab is taken from the surface or material being tested and cultured in our laboratory to identify which species are present.
What’s in the report
The report identifies which of the tested species were detected.
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ExploreNeed this test on a current job?
Tell us what you're trying to confirm and we'll arrange sampling alongside your site work, or as a standalone instruction.