Mold – Non Viable Analysis |
Turnaround Time |
| Spore Trap | 1-2 days (usually 1 day) |
| Tape Lift (full abundant organism ID) | 1-2 days (usually 1 day) |
| Swab (full abundant organism ID) | 1-2 days (usually 1 day) |
| Tape Lift (Stachybotrys ID only) | 1-2 days (usually 1 day) |
| Rush Service – Please call ahead | Same day if sample arrives by 10am |
| 3 Hour Rush Service – Must call ahead | 3 hours if sample arrives by 2pm |
| Weekend/Holiday Service – Must call ahead | Please call |
Mold – Viable Analysis |
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| Air Sample | 7 days |
| Swab – Plated by Client | 7 days |
| Swab – Plated by Laboratory | 7 days |
| Bulk Material (Swab and Tape Lift) | 7 days |
| Premium Fungal Analysis – Full Species ID | 7-14 days |
Bacteria |
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| Total Bacterial Count | 3-5 days |
| Total Bacterial Count with Gram Stain (+ or -) | 5-7 days |
| Total Bacterial Count with Genius ID (Top 3) | 5-7 days |
| Total Bacterial Count with Genius ID (Top 5) | 5-7 days |
| Total Coliforms/E. coli (presence on surface) | 3-5 days |
| Total Coliforms/E. coli (presence in water) | 3 days |
Radon |
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| Analysis of 2 ion chambers owned by inspector | Same day |
| Analysis of 1 ion chamber owned by inspector | Same day |
| Analysis of 2 ion chambers rented from IMS | Same day |
Photography |
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| Digital Macro or Micro Photos | Pre-analysis request |
Additional Services |
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| IMS Laboratory can and does perform additional analytical services that are not listed on this site. Please contact IMS Laboratory for service and pricing details. | |
