Mold in the home can cause health problems and damage to your property. Detecting mold early helps you take action before it becomes a bigger issue. One reliable way to assess mold presence is by collecting a dust sample for ERMI QPCR analysis. This method uses DNA-based testing to identify mold species in dust, giving you average exposure.

Where you collect dust matters. Mold spores are not evenly distributed throughout a home. Mold has different shapes and densities so it’s important to sample from different heights. Focus on areas where dust accumulates:

Inhibition occurs when substances interfere with the PCR (qPCR) process used in ERMI testing to detect and quantify mold DNA. These inhibitors can prevent proper amplification, leading to false negatives or unreliable results.