Surface swab testing
Testing by an independent laboratory in Riga since 2003.
Coliforms, Staphylococcus aureus, Listeria monocytogenes (presence), Enterobacteriaceae count, moulds and more.
- Methods
- 12
- Accredited
- 11
- Days
- 1-10
Methods and turnaround
Turnaround in days from the start of testing: minimum and maximum, including identification of microorganisms. Tick methods to request a price.
| Name | Accreditation | Turnaround (days) | Pick | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| min | max | |||
| Surface swab sampling | Accredited | not stated | not stated | |
| Total count + Enterobacteriaceae count (contact plate method) | Accredited | 2 | not stated | |
| Enterobacteriaceae count (swab method) | Accredited | 1 | 4 | |
| Coliforms (swab method) | Accredited | 2 | not stated | |
| Total count (swab method) | Accredited | 3 | not stated | |
| Total count (contact plate method) | Accredited | 3 | not stated | |
| Moulds (swab method) | Accredited | 5 | not stated | |
| Moulds (contact plate method) | Not accredited | 5 | not stated | |
| Staphylococcus aureus (swab method) | Accredited | 2 | 5 | |
| L. monocytogenes (sponge method) | Accredited | 5 | 10 | |
| Salmonella (sponge method) | Accredited | 3 | 8 | |
| Salmonella (swab method) | Accredited | 3 | 8 | |
How to send samples
Download the application form DOCX, 53 KB, in Latvian-
Bring the sample
Čiekurkalna 1. līnija 11, Riga, 4th floor. Working days 8:30-16:00, no lunch break.
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Book sampling
Sampling and transport across the Baltics can also be booked with our regional representatives: [email protected]
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Outside working hours
Testing outside working hours is possible by prior arrangement.
Other areas
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Pharmaceutical product testing
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Fertiliser testing
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Cosmetics microbiology
7 methods, 3-45 days
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Air testing
2 methods, 3-5 days
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Shelf-life validation
Storage from −18 °C to 30 °C
Get in touch
Ask about testing, sampling or prices. Tell us what you need and we will get back to you.
Or call +371 26 418 855