Description
The Hydrosense Pro Ultra is the next generation in Legionella detection – reliable and rapid self testing for Legionella in approx 35 minutes. The Hydrosense Pro tests for all Legionella pneumophila serogroups 1-15. Using cutting-edge LFICA technology, the Hydrosense PRO detects serogroups 1-15 with unmatched speed & accuracy:
- Improved Public Health Measures: Legionella pneumophila serogroup 1 is most often linked with human diseases, but serogroups 2-15 also play an important role in global health issues. So, testing for all serogroups is important for accurate epidemiological data and the formulation of effective public health strategies.
- Preventing Outbreaks: Testing all serogroups of Legionella pneumophila found in various water systems allows for the early identification and elimination of the bacterium, thereby preventing possible outbreaks.
- Comprehensive Risk Assessment: Detecting all 1-15 serogroups of Legionella pneumophila allows for a comprehensive understanding of the presence and distribution of this bacterium in any environment.
The Hydrosense PRO detects all Legionella pneumophila serogroups 1-15 and uses a unique filtration step together with the well-established Lateral Flow Immunochromatogrhic Assay (LFICA) technology (same technology used in Covid and pregnancy tests). In a remarkable innovation, the test is a three-line test which isolates the bacteria and distinctly identifies the presence of serogroup 1 on one test line and 2-15 on another, providing key information instantly to the user.
The Hydrosense PRO is highly sensitive and can detect Legionella levels of 100 CFU/L (0.1 CFU/ml). It also provides action levels at 1,000 CFU/L (1 CFU/ml) and 10,000 CFU/L (10 CFU/ml)*.
Breakthrough technology from Hydrosense for the rapid detection of legionella – Get accurate on-site results in approx. 35 minutes
This innovative test kit allows the easy and quick testing of water; on-site and without training or experience.
- Highly sensitive test, water can be collected from any source
- Highly accurate and recommended for high-risk areas such as cooling towers, water tanks, fountains, showers, sinks, spas and pools.
- Fast & on-site
- Kit includes everything required to carry out the test
- Reliable & independent
- No training or expertise required
How does the test work?
- Prepare the water sample for testing using the equipment supplied (approx 10 minutes)
- Wait 25 minutes
- Read result
(Please note, the PRO ULTRA product can currently not be used with the Hydrosense App.)Suitable for: water collected from any source, industrial as well as domestic hot and cold water systems, including tap, shower, cooling tower, hot tub & pool, humidifier etc. Also suitable to test salt/sea water as long as the water contains normal amounts of salt.Manual filtration enhances sensitivity.
Bacteria detected: Detects Legionella pneumophila serogroups 1-15
Sample Volume: 250 ml
Sensitivity: The test is highly sensitive and can detect Legionella levels of 100 CFU/L (0.1 CFU/ml).It also provides action levels at 1,000 CFU/L (1 CFU/ml) and 10,000 CFU/L (10 CFU/ml)*
Contains: 1 Test
Total test time: approx. 25 minutes plus 10 minutes preparationUser instructions in English, French, Spanish, Italian & German.
Shelf Life: approx. 12 months from date of manufacture* Contact us to find out more and to order.
MSDS only required for buffer solution.
Specificity: Tested against a wide range of waterborne bacteria, including Acinetobacter calcoaceticus, Aeromonas hydrophila subsp. hydrophila, Bacillus subtilis, Burkholderia cepacia, Citrobacter freudii, Citrobacter koseri, Escherichia coli, Enterobacter cloacae, Klebsiella oxytoca, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Pseudomonas fluorescens, Pseudomonas putida, Pseudomonas stutzeri, Ralstonia pickettii, Raoultella terrigena, Streptococcus pyrogenes, Yersinia ruckeri.No cross reactions have been observed at concentrations ≤ 109 CFU/L. Staphylococcus aureus has been observed to cross-react with the test at concentrations > 108 CFU/L, which is higher than found in most water samples.
- Organism / ≥cfu/mL: L.p Sg-2,3,8,11,13,14 / 1.00E+08; L.p. Sg-4,5,6,7,9,10,15 / 1.00E+07; L.p. Sg-12 / 8.00E+06; S.aureus / 2.00E+08
The Hydrosense legionella pneumophila Sg-1 test has been shown to produce weak positive results with other legionella pneumophila serogroups at the cfu/ml stated in the above list. The Sg2-15 line will show weak positive results with L. pneumophila Sg-1 at levels > 1x 10e7 cfu/ml.
Biocides: The product has been tested with a range of common biocides and biodispersants used in Legionella control, at their normal maximum operating concentration. Active ingredients tested include: glutaraldehyde, dodecyl-dimethyl-ammonium chloride, isolthazoles, dibromonitrilopropionamide, ionic and non-ionic surfactants.The Test gives a false positive if used with polymeric biguanide or THPS. It should not be used to test such systems.
Please note: that Watersafe® is a screening test and can not be used to certify water as safe or unsafe for drinking. Watersafe® provides approximate results ONLY when used in strict accordance with instructions. Watersafe 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.Made in USA