Thank you for analysing your samples at LCS Laboratory. If our report looks too technical, we sincerely apologize for this. The report format is imposed on us by ISO 17025 accreditation. It is not always easy to understand, and this page explains how to read it in plain, non-chemical language.

Asbestos testing is a critical step in identifying hazardous materials in construction. Now you have your report, and let’s read and discuss it together. Here we posted a generic example of an asbestos report (note: this image is for demonstration purposes and not your specific report).

Here’s what you’ll find on your report:

Letterhead (Top of the Page): Displays LCS Laboratory Inc. name and contact details, confirming that the analysis was conducted in our lab in London, Ontario.

Client Information: Your name or your business name is shown. If you do not see your name, maybe you are reading the wrong report.

#1 Work Order Number: A unique identifier for your order. Provide this number when you call/email us with questions, and we can locate your project in our system.

#2 Date Received: The date your sample was received and registered in our laboratory.

#3 Date Reported: The date your testing was completed, and the report prepared.

#4 Name of Analysis: Specifies the type of analysis performed on your samples.

#5 Analytical Technique: Indicates the method used to test your samples.

#6 Project Name: The project name you provided in your paperwork.

#7 Sample Name: The name of each sample as labelled in your request form.

#8 Sample 1 Result: “Wall Plaster” was tested and found to contain 2% of Chrysotile Asbestos.

#9 Sample 2 Result: “Mortar” was tested, and no asbestos was detected.

#10 Sample 3 Result: The third sample contained 0.9% Tremolite Asbestos.

#11 Detection Limit: This figure represents the lowest asbestos concentration our laboratory could detect. In other words, this is the sensitivity of the method used for analysis (note: this value is not your test result)
Signatures: The report is validated with signatures from the chemist who performed the analysis and a Quality Control manager who checked the report

Still Need Help Interpreting Your Report?

If you have questions or need assistance understanding your asbestos report, our experts are here to help. Email us today to ensure you’re fully informed about your project results. To order your own asbestos testing, please open the asbestos testing page.

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