You’re seeking a comprehensive overview of microbiological activity in your lake. This analysis tests for 123 of the most commonly detected microorganisms that may signal potential ecological or water quality concerns, including:
Algae
Achnanthidium lineare – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Amphora species – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Asterionella – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Aulacodiscus species – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Aulacoseira species – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Cyclotella species – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Diatoma – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Navicula species – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Nitzschia species – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Ulothrix species – Can contribute to blooms that deplete oxygen and release toxins harmful to aquatic ecosystems.
Bacteria
Acinetobacter – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Aeromonas hydrophila – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Alcaligenes faecalis – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Bacillus species – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Clostridium beijerinckii – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
E. coli – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Enterobacter cloacae – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Enterococcus faecalis – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Ralstonia pickettii – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Staphylococcus aureus – Can indicate fecal contamination or pose infection risks to humans and aquatic life.
Total Bacteria – High levels can indicate microbial overgrowth or pollution stress.
Total Coliform – Indicates potential fecal contamination and pathogen presence.
Total HPC – Reflects overall microbial activity and possible organic pollution.
Fungi
Acremonium – May contribute to organic matter decomposition but can also introduce pathogenic spores or allergens.
Aspergillus species – May contribute to organic matter decomposition but can also introduce pathogenic spores or allergens.
Candida tropicalis – May contribute to organic matter decomposition but can also introduce pathogenic spores or allergens.
Cryptococcus neoformans – May contribute to organic matter decomposition but can also introduce pathogenic spores or allergens.
Fusarium – May contribute to organic matter decomposition but can also introduce pathogenic spores or allergens.
Microsporum gallinae – May contribute to organic matter decomposition but can also introduce pathogenic spores or allergens.
Penicillium – May contribute to organic matter decomposition but can also introduce pathogenic spores or allergens.
Total Fungi – High levels may indicate organic load or fungal imbalance.
Trichoderma viride – May contribute to organic matter decomposition but can also introduce pathogenic spores or allergens.
Protozoa
Blastocystis hominis – Can cause gastrointestinal illness in humans and disrupt ecological food webs.
Pollen
Pollen Spores – Generally benign but may indicate land-based runoff influencing lake nutrient levels.
Zooplankton
Keratella cochlearis – Plays a role in nutrient cycling but shifts in population may signal ecosystem imbalance.
