Description
Rapid Blue-Green Algae Test: Detect Toxins in Just 15 Minutes
Ensure water safety with this innovative Blue-Green Algae Quick Test, designed to detect toxins from cyanobacteria efficiently. Get fast, accurate results in just 15 minutes—ideal for safeguarding aquatic environments and public health.
Why Test for Cyanobacteria?
Cyanobacteria, commonly known as blue-green algae, are aquatic, photosynthetic bacteria. Despite their name, they are not true algae but are among the oldest living organisms on Earth, even found in ancient fossils. Under certain conditions, cyanobacteria reproduce explosively, releasing harmful toxins—neurotoxins, cytotoxins, endotoxins, and hepatotoxins—which pose serious health risks to humans and animals. Their presence cannot be detected by sight alone, and even after visible algal blooms disappear, toxins may linger in water. Regular testing is essential to prevent contamination and ensure safe water conditions.
Cutting-Edge Blue-Green Algae Detection
Developed by the University of Turku, Finland, this rapid cyanotoxin test offers 99% accuracy and superior sensitivity.
- Detects 11 common hepatotoxins associated with blue-green algae
- Ultra-low sensitivity: 1 µg/L (= 1ppb/1ng/ml)
- User-friendly design: Results in just 4 simple steps
- All-inclusive kit: Comes with everything needed for on-site testing
- Minimal water sample required: Just a few drops
- No complex preparation: No chemicals to mix, MSDS not required
Unlike traditional multi-step immunoassays, this streamlined single-step in vitro cyanotoxin test delivers immediate, sensitive, and reliable results in just 15 minutes.
Optimize water safety with this fast and effective blue-green algae toxicity test—ideal for environmental monitoring, water treatment facilities, recreational water testing, and more.
Contains: each test can be used to test 1 water sample and includes:
- Pair of disposable gloves
- Water sample container
- Pipette
- Test cassette
Sensitivity levels: below 1 µg/L (= 1ppb / 1ng/ml )
Suitable for: fresh water, surface water, ponds, lakes and streams
Indicator: Presence / Absence at 1ppb (parts per billion)
Total Test Time: approx. 15 minutes
Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Ages 18+ only. Highly flammable solid. Harmful if inhaled. Protect skin and eyes.
The test result is valid only for the sample tested. It does not guarantee that other parts of the water are free of toxins or toxin levels change after the result is obtained. Natural factors such as wind, currents and similar conditions may quickly and significantly affect the condition of the water.
General description: For semi-quantitative determinations.
Please note: that this is a screening test and can not be used to certify water as safe or unsafe for swimming, consumption and drinking. This test kit provides approximate results ONLY when used in strict accordance with instructions. SimplexHealth expressly disclaims any liability resulting from the use of this product, failure to follow instructions or reliance of test results. This is not a measuring instrument. Store in a cool, dry (below 32°C) place and away from excess heat and direct sunlight. No MSDS required. Keep away from children and pets. Avoid contact of test areas on strips with skin & eyes, do not ingest or expose to acids. Do not touch test pad and do not consume water which has been tested.
MPN: BlueGreen
