Bio-tape lift sampling
A quick, low-disturbance sampling method for checking a specific surface for mould or microbial growth.
When to use it
Bio-tape lift sampling is used to check a specific surface for mould, other microbial growth, or inorganic dust contamination, useful where you want to confirm what’s growing on a visible deposit, or check a surface as part of clearance testing.
How sampling works
An adhesive tape is pressed onto the surface being tested, lifting a sample of whatever is present for direct microscopic examination. It’s a quick, low-disturbance method that doesn’t require cutting into the material.
What’s in the report
The sample is examined under a microscope in our laboratory to identify the organisms or particulate types present.
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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.