Thank you for selecting H Chek Laboratories to analyze the samples collected with the Mold Test Kit. The protocol involved in analyzing the settled plate samples is to visually examine the four plates then identify and quantify the mold found growing on the four surfaces. The quantities indicated below are colonies of mold. A colony is a single point of growth of mold and may be the result of more than one germinating mold spore. The quantities are found on page 2.
There are no standards for determining what is an acceptable, tolerable, or normal quantity of mold. The
susceptibility of individuals can vary greatly
either because of the amount or type of mold
present. If you are susceptible to mold and mold is
seen or smelled, there is a potential health risk.
Therefore, no matter what type of mold is present,
you should arrange for its removal.
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Mold Definitions
The description of the mold families noted in your report on page 2 are described on page 3. For those molds noted with Marker or Toxic, these terms are defined next.
Marker Types: Certain types of molds, often referred to as "marker types" are generally found in very low numbers outdoors. Consequently their presence indoors, even in relatively low numbers, is often an indication that these molds are originating from growth indoors. When present, these mold types are often the clearest indicator of a moisture problem. Note, however, that the absences of marker types does not mean that a mold problem does not exist in a house, it just means that if a problem is present, it either involves types of mold that are more commonly found both indoors and outdoors, or that the spores form these molds were not airborne at the time of sampling.
Toxic Molds: In "toxic" molds, the spores produce a poisonous substance called mycotoxin. When mycotoxin is inhaled or ingested by some individuals sensitive to mold it may produce nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, or wheezing, while people allergic to mold may show signs of fever or shortness of breath.
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