{"title":"BART Bacteria Tests","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrystal Quest BART biological activity reaction tests for bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"slime-bacteria-test","title":"Crystal Quest Slime Bacteria Water Test Kit, Mail-In Lab Analysis (CQE-TS-6200)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSlime bacteria produce biofilm in water systems, which can cause plugging, flow restrictions and unpleasant taste or odor. The Crystal Quest Slime Bacteria Test reports their absence or presence through a mail-in analysis at National Testing Laboratories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory absence\/presence result for slime bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps explain slime, plugging or reduced flow in plumbing and fixtures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle sampling bottle with a bubble bag for sealing the sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults are reported against EPA standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit includes ice pack and lab form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMail-in laboratory analysis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaboratory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNational Testing Laboratories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalyte\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlime bacteria (absence\/presence)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSample Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne sampling bottle, fill to the line just below the threads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlso Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue ice pack, bubble bag, lab form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReporting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResults reported using EPA standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove any strainer or aerator and disinfect the spigot with alcohol, or with flame if metal (do not use flame if methane is suspected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not rinse the bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreeze the blue ice pack for at least 8 hours before collecting your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect after 1:00 p.m. EST and ship the same day by next-day delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not collect or ship on Friday, Saturday, Sunday or the day before a national holiday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSamples must reach the lab within 24 hours of collection with the collection date and time recorded on the lab form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvermont Direct is an authorized Crystal Quest dealer. This test is useful when you notice slime buildup, clogging or a change in water taste or odor. A lab result helps you decide on next steps for your water system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNeed Help?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping on orders over $200\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions about this product before you order, our team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail: \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@avermontdirect.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esupport@avermontdirect.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPhone: \u003ca href=\"tel:+18444553695\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e+1 (844) 455-3695\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHours: Monday–Friday, 9AM–5PM\u003cbr\u003e\nLive Chat: Available 24\/7\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Quest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50895801974832,"sku":"CQE-TS-6200","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/4646\/0720\/files\/sulfate-reducing-bacteria-test-crystal-quest-water-filters-1192840596.png?v=1793071942"},{"product_id":"sulfate-reducing-bacteria-test","title":"Crystal Quest Sulfate Reducing Bacteria Water Test Kit, Mail-In Lab Analysis (CQE-TS-6100)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSulfate reducing bacteria produce hydrogen sulfide gas, the source of a rotten egg odor in water. The Crystal Quest Sulfate Reducing Bacteria Test reports their absence or presence through a mail-in analysis at National Testing Laboratories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory absence\/presence result for sulfate reducing bacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps confirm the cause of a rotten egg odor, blackened water or dark slime in toilet tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle sampling bottle with a bubble bag for sealing the sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults are reported against EPA standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit includes ice pack and lab form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTest Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMail-in laboratory analysis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaboratory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNational Testing Laboratories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalyte\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSulfate reducing bacteria (absence\/presence)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSample Bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne sampling bottle, fill to the line just below the threads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlso Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue gel ice pack, bubble bag, lab form, cardboard shipping box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReporting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResults reported using EPA standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove any strainer or aerator and disinfect the spigot with alcohol, or with flame if metal (do not use flame if methane is suspected)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not rinse the bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreeze the blue ice pack for at least 8 hours before collecting your sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollect after 1:00 p.m. EST and ship the same day by next-day delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not collect or ship on Friday, Saturday, Sunday or the day before a national holiday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSamples must reach the lab within 24 hours of collection with the collection date and time recorded on the lab form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvermont Direct is an authorized Crystal Quest dealer. These bacteria feed on sulfate, sulfite, elemental sulfur and thiosulfate. Knowing whether they are present helps you choose the right approach to a sulfur odor problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNeed Help?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping on orders over $200\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions about this product before you order, our team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail: \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@avermontdirect.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esupport@avermontdirect.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPhone: \u003ca href=\"tel:+18444553695\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e+1 (844) 455-3695\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHours: Monday–Friday, 9AM–5PM\u003cbr\u003e\nLive Chat: Available 24\/7\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Quest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50895806726192,"sku":"CQE-TS-6100","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/4646\/0720\/files\/sulfate-reducing-bacteria-test-crystal-quest-water-filters-1192840596_04a85bce-efa0-45d4-b718-14b372a1ce19.png?v=1793071961"},{"product_id":"iron-bacteria-test","title":"Crystal Quest Iron Bacteria Water Test Kit, Presence or Absence Lab Analysis (CQE-TS-6000)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIron bacteria are microorganisms that feed on iron in groundwater and can cause unpleasant taste and odor and stain laundry and fixtures. 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Iron bacteria live in groundwater that contains iron, so this test suits homes and buildings on wells with taste, odor or staining problems. A presence or absence result helps you decide what treatment to consider alongside iron filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNeed Help?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping on orders over $200\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions about this product before you order, our team is happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail: \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@avermontdirect.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esupport@avermontdirect.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPhone: \u003ca href=\"tel:+18444553695\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e+1 (844) 455-3695\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHours: Monday–Friday, 9AM–5PM\u003cbr\u003e\nLive Chat: Available 24\/7\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Quest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50895865053232,"sku":"CQE-TS-6000","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/4646\/0720\/files\/iron-bacteria-test-crystal-quest-water-filters-1192507055.png?v=1793072172"}],"url":"https:\/\/avermontdirect.com\/collections\/bacteria-water-tests.oembed","provider":"Avermont Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}