Recommended for targeted testing of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) in drinking water. Mycobacteria can grow in drinking water distribution systems and cause disease in humans. There has been a rise in nontuberculous mycobacteria detections–particularly in hospitals and other health-care offices–due to heater cooler units required during operations. 

There are also over 170 mycobacterium species commonly found in the environment and in drinking water sources, including: M. avium (MAC), M. fortuitum, M. gordonae, M. kansasii, and M. xenopi.

• Certified lab testing
• Fast turnaround at lab (45 business days)
• Shipping included: Standard shipping to you, Overnight to the lab
• Expert treatment advice

This Tap Score water test package provides all required materials to properly collect and submit a sample for certified laboratory testing. Reported results will include detailed, quantified analysis of the number of colonies of mycobacterium found in a water sample. If there is a positive detection, the reported results will also include which particular mycobacterium species are present.

Note: Extended incubation and culture time is required (6 weeks) for accurate laboratory confirmation of results. This test cannot be expedited.