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Water testing

Water tests look for common disease-causing bacteria and viruses, eg salmonella, E coli, and campylobacter. Cryptosporidium and giardia are also a risk if a water supply is near a river, a septic tank, or the water supply is poorly protected.

Laboratories can also test for chemical contaminants such as nitrate, arsenic, boron, and nuisance minerals such as iron.

Resources

Find a Ministry of Health-certified testing lab in your region here: www.drinkingwater.esr.cri.nz/mohlabs/labmap.asp

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2021-08-01T07:00:00.0000000Z

2021-08-01T07:00:00.0000000Z

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