{"title":"Biology","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese water test kits focus on lab testing for a variety of micro-organisms, including coliform bacteria, mold \u0026amp; fungus, and more. Recommended as follow-up testing and untreated water sources.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"coliform-bacteria-water-test","title":"Coliform and E. coli Water Test","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecommended for high-precision testing for the presence or absence of total coliform and E. coli bacteria in drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese two common potentially harmful bacteria indicators are of particular concern for people served by private wells or springs–as nearby contamination can enter into the ground water supply. Presence\/absence testing for coliform and E. coli continues to be industry standard practice, as \u003ci\u003eANY\u003c\/i\u003e coliform and\/or E. coli detection is considered to be a problem and should be addressed–regardless of the colony count. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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 analysis for the presence or absence of total coliform and E. coli bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e: All  of the lab testing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ci\u003e packages in the  \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mytapscore.com\/collections\/well-water-tests\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTap Score Well Water Collection \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cem\u003einclude an in-lab screen for total coliform and E. coli bacteria.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tap Score","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43831939398,"sku":"SL-TS-DW-C-S-MC1","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1235\/7388\/products\/BacteriaColiformandEcoliLABTEST.png?v=1762457057"},{"product_id":"legionella-water-test","title":"Comprehensive Legionella Water Test","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecommended for comprehensive testing of a wide array of Legionella bacteria species in drinking water, including serotype identification and enumeration. 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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), between 8,000 and 18,000 Americans are hospitalized each year with Legionnaire's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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 a variety of Legionella species and their serogroups. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tap Score","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8061750312988,"sku":"SL-TS-DW-C-S-MF1","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1235\/7388\/products\/BacteriaLegionella_1_500w.png?v=1762457084"},{"product_id":"mold-fungus-in-water-test","title":"Mold and Fungus Water Test","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecommended for targeted testing for common mold and fungal contamination in drinking water. This testing package is ideal for people noticing a musty, mildewy, or moldy taste in their water or seeing biofilm\/slimy buildup on fixtures. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCertified lab testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFast turnaround at lab (8 days)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFree shipping, both ways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eExpert support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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 various molds, fungi, and total heterotrophic bacteria count (HPC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with analysis for \u003cb\u003eblack mold (Asp. spp.)\u003c\/b\u003e and other Aspergillus formations, and full speciation of \u003cb\u003ePenicillium\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eCladosporium\u003c\/b\u003e genera–it also reports\u003cb\u003e total heterotrophic bacteria count (HPC)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal HPC includes bacteria, yeasts, and molds and is an excellent way to demonstrate a quantified presence or absence of microbial activity in a water supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMold is a form of fungus that spreads through the production of spores. These spores are invisible to the naked eye and able to survive in harsh conditions. Rapid mold and fungus growth occurs in areas with lots of moisture–particularly near leaks in pipes, windows, or rooftops. However, mold and fungus can survive in very harsh conditions and can thrive in a variety of environments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tap Score","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12393430712417,"sku":"SL-TS-DW-C-S-MG1","price":239.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1235\/7388\/products\/MoldandFungus2020_500w.png?v=1762457102"},{"product_id":"algae-enumeration-water-test","title":"Algae Enumeration Water Test","description":"\u003cp\u003eRecommended for targeted testing for the presence and enumeration of motile, non-motile, and diatom algae. This testing package is ideal for people who are located near a harmful algal bloom event and are noticing unpalatable taste and odor issues in their drinking water. Reported results will include detailed, quantified analysis and enumeration (cell count) of algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified lab testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast turnaround at lab (10 days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree shipping, both ways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgae can enter drinking water supplies during periods of freshwater and marine harmful algal blooms (HABs). HABs can occur anytime there is an excessive accumulation of algae growth. Some types of algae are toxic, but often algae is not–yet it can lead to a moldy taste and smell in your water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mail-to-lab sampling kit provides all required materials to properly collect and submit a sample for certified laboratory testing. 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We strongly recommend ordering multiple HPC kits to test your water over time, as one test alone does not indicate safe or unsafe levels.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TypographyPresentation TypographyPresentation--medium RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph HighlightSol HighlightSol--buildingBlock\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"RichTextList-bulleted\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TypographyPresentation TypographyPresentation--medium RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph HighlightSol HighlightSol--buildingBlock\"\u003eCertified testing lab\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TypographyPresentation TypographyPresentation--medium RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph HighlightSol HighlightSol--buildingBlock\"\u003eFast turnaround at lab (5 days)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TypographyPresentation TypographyPresentation--medium RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph HighlightSol HighlightSol--buildingBlock\"\u003eFree shipping, both ways\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TypographyPresentation TypographyPresentation--medium RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph HighlightSol HighlightSol--buildingBlock\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TypographyPresentation TypographyPresentation--medium RichText3-paragraph--withVSpacingNormal RichText3-paragraph HighlightSol HighlightSol--buildingBlock\"\u003eHeterotrophic bacteria are broadly defined as microorganisms that require organic carbon for growth. 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