COVID-19 Testing Sample Kit

EST now offers a test platform developed by our affiliate (IEH Laboratories) for detecting the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus (coronavirus) on surfaces based on the CDC 2019-nCoV Real-Time RT-PCR Diagnostic Panel protocol.  This testing protocol is used to determine the efficacy of disinfection practices on surfaces.

Sample kits available for purchase include collection media, specific primers for detecting the RNA of SARS-CoV-2 and sampling instructions.

Turnaround time for sample results are 24-48 hours from receipt in the laboratory.

Please contact us to request a sample kit.

For more information on COVID-19  here is a to the CDC guidance on disinfection.

Here is a link to the a list of disinfectants approved by the EPA.