Blue-Green Algae Toxin Test
Blue-Green Algae Toxin Test
Detect harmful blue green algae toxins in ponds & lakes in just 10 minutes. 99% accurate cyanobacteria test kit trusted by EPA. No lab fees. Made in USA.
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What do I test?
What do I test?
Do not drink, cook with, or allow pets or livestock to access the affected water. Report the finding to your local environmental or water authority and use a safe alternative water source until confirmatory testing and remediation can be completed.
Same tests currently trusted by EPA professionals worldwide for detecting as low as 5ppb of harmful toxin in water (EPA regulatory level is 8ppb) - with a secondary verification method for intracellular toxins too.
How does it work?
How does it work?
SIMPLE PROCESS: DIY home testing kit provides clear, easy-to-read results without requiring special equipment or technical expertise. 99% accuracy and results in just 10 minutes.
Backed by Detekt’s lab-grade technology used around the world for over 20 years, this DIY kit brings professional-quality testing into your home with no mailing or lab analysis required.
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When it comes to your safety, guessing isn’t good enough. The Detekt Algae Toxin Test Kit gives you fast, scientifically proven results you can trust—without mailing samples, lab fees, or waiting weeks for answers. From your trusted neighbors in Austin, TX.
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Built on over 20 years of expertise in professional testing, used by the EPA, WHO, FDA, and USDA, our kit transforms industrial-grade science into a simple, family-friendly tool.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What organisms does this test detect?
What organisms does this test detect?
This kit screens for harmful cyanotoxins, including microcystins, that are produced by blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) in lakes, ponds, rivers, or household water sources.
Do I need special equipment? Or lab testing?
Do I need special equipment? Or lab testing?
No, everything you need is included in the kit. No lab required.
How accurate are the results?
How accurate are the results?
The test is designed for sensitive on-site detection, giving you a reliable early warning when cyanotoxins are present. It is a screening test that detects as little as 4ppb of cyanotoxin.
How fast are results?
How fast are results?
The test takes about 10 minutes to complete.
What if I get a positive result?
What if I get a positive result?
Do not drink, swim in, or allow pets or livestock to access the affected water. Report the finding to your local environmental or water authority and use a safe alternative water source until confirmatory testing and remediation can be completed.
What does a blue green algae test kit detect?
What does a blue green algae test kit detect?
The Detekt blue green algae test kit detects harmful cyanotoxins including microcystins and nodularins in water. It identifies toxin levels as low as 5ppb, which is below the EPA regulatory action level of 8ppb. This makes it one of the most sensitive at-home algae detection tests available, trusted by EPA professionals worldwide.
How do I test my pond for blue green algae at home?
How do I test my pond for blue green algae at home?
Testing your pond is simple with our DIY cyanobacteria test kit. Collect a water sample in the provided container, wait 10 minutes for the chemical reaction, then place one drop on the test cassette. Results appear within 10 minutes with 99% accuracy. No special equipment, lab fees, or technical expertise required.
Is blue green algae dangerous for dogs and pets?
Is blue green algae dangerous for dogs and pets?
Yes, blue green algae (cyanobacteria) is extremely toxic to dogs and pets. Exposure can cause vomiting, seizures, liver failure, and can be fatal within minutes to hours. Dogs are especially vulnerable because they swallow water while swimming. Testing pond and lake water before allowing pets near it can save their lives.
When should I test water for toxic blue green algae?
When should I test water for toxic blue green algae?
Test your pond or lake water regularly during warm months (late spring through early fall) when algae blooms are most common. Also test after heavy rainfall, if you notice green scum or discoloration, or before allowing family or pets to swim. Blue green algae can appear suddenly, so testing before water activities is recommended for safety.
