Testing for Ochratoxin A on Indoor Surfaces
Ochratoxin A is a mycotoxin produced by certain Aspergillus and Penicillium species, which are fungi that can grow in damp or poorly ventilated spaces. This toxin can persist on indoor surfaces long after mold growth is removed. SimpleLab’s Ochratoxin A Mycotoxin Surface Wipe Test provides specialized, laboratory-based analysis for a surface wipe sample, helping you confirm whether residues remain in your environment.
How to Test for Ochratoxin A the Right Way
Testing for mycotoxins like ochratoxin A requires certified laboratory analysis. This mail-to-lab kit includes everything needed to collect a single wipe sample, ship it safely, and receive a verified result.
Each kit includes:
- Sampling materials
- Prepaid 2-day return shipping
- Clear, easy-to-follow instructions
Once received at the laboratory, your sample is analyzed using LC-MS/MS (EMSL Method)—a highly sensitive technique capable of detecting ochratoxin A at levels as low as 0.005 µg/wipe.
Who Should Use This Test
This test is ideal for homeowners, building managers, or remediation professionals who suspect or have remediated mold growth from Aspergillus or Penicillium species and want to ensure surfaces are clean and safe.
Ochratoxin A Mycotoxin Surface Wipe Test
$367.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use DIY test strips for mycotoxins?
No. Mycotoxin detection requires sensitive lab instrumentation like LC-MS/MS. At-home test strips cannot provide reliable or quantitative results.
Where should I collect my surface wipe sample?
Common sampling areas include HVAC returns, drywall, furniture surfaces, or spaces previously affected by water damage or visible mold.
How long will it take to get results?
Shipping to the lab takes about two days, and laboratory analysis is completed within ten business days. Results are delivered digitally through your secure SimpleLab dashboard.
Questions? Contact Us
SimpleLab makes professional laboratory testing accessible where and when you need it.
If you have any questions about testing with SimpleLab, reach out to our customer support team any time.
The SimpleLab Standard
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Proven Reliability: SimpleLab partners with North America's leading analytical institutions—including Eurofins, Pace Analytical, SGS, and Microbac—each with their own rigorous quality control protocols to ensure top-tier accuracy. Our certified labs are located across all 50 states, making logistics a breeze.
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Simplified Sampling: Every kit includes professional-grade materials, clear instructions, automated chain of custody, and free return shipping— making accurate testing effortless.
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Seamless Experience: We combine human support with automated logistics to help make complex lab analyses accessible to all. From our user interface to our lab reports, we ensure a time-saving, frustration-free process.
In her role as the Senior Research Scientist at SimpleLab, Samantha leverages her expertise in water chemistry and engineering to ensure that all SimpleLab and Tap Score products and communications are held to the highest scientific standards. Samantha has Bachelor's and Master's degrees in environmental engineering and five years of laboratory research experience in environmental analytical chemistry. In her free time, Samantha can be found out running trails, sitting in a coffee shop or hanging out with her dogs.
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