Pathways™ Testing

What is Pathways™ testing?

Pathways™ is a non-destructive, cost-efficient tool used to guide detection of potential hot spots that often evade traditional invasive detection methods.

When is Pathways™ testing recommended?

Pathways™ is used after diagnosing water damage or microbial issues in a building. In cases where there are suspicions of hidden water damage, previous remediation without symptom improvement, or elevated results from sampling methods like MSQPCR or ERMI, then Pathways™ testing is utilized to locate potential areas of hidden mold growth.

How does Pathways™ testing work?

Utilizing the analysis of peptide bonds in proteins, Pathways™ aids in revealing mold sources lurking beneath the surface.

Why choose Pathways™?

Choosing Pathways™ offers several key advantages:

• Non-destructive: Identifies potential hidden mold sources without the need for destructive testing. This can include elevated settled spores, but also subvisible levels of early growth.
• Cost Effective and Efficient: Saves time and resources by minimizing guesswork. Its targeted approach to identifying mold issues allows for more effective remediation and maintenance strategies, ultimately reducing overall costs.
• Easy-to-interpret reports: The color-coded reports are user-friendly and easy to interpret.

How is Pathways™ testing performed?

Pathways™ testing involves swabbing the perimeter of the building with special microfiber swabs. The first round of testing establishes a baseline. When needed, a second round of samples can be collected immediately after a detailed cleaning to confirm its effectiveness. The results from the third round can identify re-emerging protein levels that suggest the migration of contaminants from hidden areas into the living space. This helps pinpoint locations that need further investigation.