Meth Testing NZ (MTNZ) Talk About Compliant vs Non-compliant Sampling

Nathaniel Hamilton, CEO of MTNZ recently published a blog discussing the difference between compliant and non-compliant sampling as follows. “At MTNZ, we want to make sure the meth-testing services we provide are efficient, high-quality, professional and competitively priced. In the past couple of months, we’ve noticed a little confusion around how meth-testing companies are interpreting the standard and why some charge more than some others.. It’s important when comparing meth-testing companies in New Zealand, and in particular their prices, you understand what’s included.

“Where our clients see a difference in price is dependent on the number of samples, the number of test tubes analysed by the lab and the lab turnaround time. At MTNZ, we always recommend complying with the standard as methamphetamine doesn’t disperse evenly through a house for example your kitchen may be clean but the laundry contaminated. We guarantee a turnaround time of 48 hours, no matter what service you choose. This is all thanks to the great partnership we have with Analytica Laboratories who understand the need for urgency when it comes to renting or purchasing a property.

“It’s important to note that we’re aware some companies use non-compliant sampling methods or non-validated sampling kits to screen a property. At MTNZ, we think it’s important to stick to best practice methods, for example using individual wipes for each sample as it’s the only way of ensuring adhesion of meth to a methanol soaked swab is consistent. If the same wipe is used multiple times, you won’t have the same amount of methanol on the last sample as you would on the first and therefore the sampling can be under-representative of the actual levels.

“All of our services are complaint with NZS 8510 guidelines while which still providing fast, economical and effective sampling. For property managers, this limits the potential time a property is left vacant. For home buyers, it means lab-based testing and reliable results is a viable option which can be the deciding-factor in purchasing that dream home.”

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