Iron Related Bacteria (IRB) Water Test
Targeted testing of iron related bacteria (IRB) in drinking water. Iron related bacteria are a common cause of metallic tasting water, yellow or brown colored water, black buildup on fixtures and plumbing. IRB are not typically harmful and are very common, but can lead to an array of nuisance and aesthetic (taste, color, odor) issues.
This mail-to-lab kit provides all required materials to properly collect and submit a sample for certified laboratory testing. This includes a prepaid shipping label and chain of custody.
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