Legionella Test Kit

Detect Legionella in Your Water Systems Ensure your water systems are free from Legionella bacteria.

Detect Legionella in Your Water Systems Ensure your water systems are free from Legionella bacteria.

Why Test for Legionella?
Legionella bacteria can cause Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia. It thrives in warm water systems, making regular testing essential for safety.

How to Test for Legionella
Enclosed are detailed instructions on how to collect water samples from your systems. EMSL Analytical uses advanced methods to detect Legionella and assess the risk in your water systems.

When to Test for Legionella

  • Annually, for routine safety checks
  • After maintenance or repairs to water systems
  • If you notice symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease in occupants
  • In high-risk environments such as hospitals, hotels, and nursing homes

How to Use This Test Kit

A simple, step-by-step overview of the sample collection process

This step-by-step infographic shows how to collect and submit your sample using EMSL’s test kit. It walks you through preparing the sampling area, collecting the sample, completing the paperwork, and shipping your sample to our accredited laboratory for analysis.

  • Visual walkthrough of each step
  • Designed for homeowners and renters
  • Matches the instructions included in the kit
  • No special tools or training required

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*Lab Fees Required for Testing