Mold Testing Services

Mold is a natural part of the environment, but when it grows indoors and contaminates the air, it can create serious health risks for building occupants.

Indoor mold exposure is linked to a wide range of health effects. Molds release allergens, irritants, and in some cases, mycotoxins. Even when mold is no longer alive, contact or inhalation can trigger allergic reactions. Sensitivity may develop over time, and both single and repeated exposures can increase a person’s susceptibility.

For those with asthma, mold can provoke attacks, and as an irritant, it can affect the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs, even in individuals without mold allergies.

“Breathing in mold may also cause hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP), a disease that mimics bacterial pneumonia,” said Jason Dobranic, Ph.D., Vice President of Microbiology and Life Sciences at EMSL Analytical, Inc. “Additionally, exposure to certain fungi, such as some types of Aspergillus, can result in opportunistic infections in individuals with weakened or suppressed immune systems.”

With laboratories across North America, EMSL Analytical offers comprehensive testing for mold and other indoor environmental quality issues, including bacteria, radon, asbestos, lead, and chemicals. The company also provides sampling supplies, easy-to-use test kits, air monitoring equipment, inspection tools, and personal protective gear to help identify and address mold concerns.

EMSL has even sponsored an educational video highlighting some of the potential health impacts of breathing elevated levels of mold, available at: https://youtu.be/SeDUp3raD34

To learn more about mold or other indoor environmental quality testing resources, please visit www.EMSL.com, call (800) 220-3675, or email info@EMSL.com. To access IEQ test kits, visit www.EMSLTestKits.com.

About EMSL Analytical, Inc.

EMSL Analytical is one of the leading testing laboratories with locations throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for mold, bacteria, Legionella, USP <797>, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, char & ash from fires, VOCs, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiological, food, beverage & consumer products, and material testing services for the identification of unknown substances. EMSL services both professionals and the general public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations as well as state and federal regulating bodies including, but not limited to A2LA, AIHA LAP, LLC. (AIHA EMLAP, AIHA IHLAP, AIHA ELLAP), NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP and multiple other state accrediting agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a complete listing of accreditations. In addition, EMSL carries a wide range of Sampling Equipment and Investigative Products for environmental professionals.