Hydrosense Multi Legionella test kits
The Legionella Field Test: The world’s quickest and only on-site test for Legionella pneumophila bacteria in water samples.
The kits are categorized into the “Ultra”, high sensitivity range and the general purpose “Multi” range. On this page is the Hydrosense Multi range that offers an action-based approach to testing.
Kit test options:
SKU 100254
Number of tests per pack: 1
Sensitivity: 1,000CFU/L and 10,000CFU/L with the use of the Hydrosense visual scorecard.
Sample volume: 100ml
Species detected: Legionella pneumophila SG1
Previous name: Single syringe EU test kit
Test time: On-site results in 25 to 30 minutes
Shelf-life: Usually over 10 months allowing for transport and retail storage (18 months from the date of manufacture)
Part number: 100264
Number of tests per pack: 5
Sensitivity: 1,000CFU/L and 10,000CFU/L
Sample volume: 100ml
Instructions pamphlet: Hydrosense Multi Legionella Industrial Kit Instruction Leaflet
Previous name: Industrial EU test kit
SKU 100263
Number of tests per pack: 2 water tests and 2 swab tests per pack
Sensitivity: 1,000CFU/L and 10,000CFU/L for water tests and 200CFU/per swabbed area for swab tests.
Sample volume: 100ml
See instructions pamphlet.
Species detected: Legionella pneumophila SG1
Previous name: Risk Assessment EU test kit
Test time: On-site results in 25 to 30 minutes
Shelf-life: Usually over 10 months allowing for transport and retail storage (18 months from the date of manufacture)
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The Hydrosense test detects Legionella pneumophila antigen using well-established lateral flow test technology, which is used in many medical tests. The test works just like a pregnancy test. One line indicates a negative results and two lines mean a positive result.