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Reading a lab report: what we test and why
A plain guide to the lab report behind every Field Origin harvest: what each test measures and what a pass means.
By [Author name], [Role]Published 5 min read
A lab report shows what an independent lab measured in a sample from one harvest. Every Field Origin harvest is tested by [LAB NAME] before it is packed, and you can see the result for your pack using its origin code.
Who does the testing
[The lab, its accreditation, why you chose it.]
What each test measures
| Test | What it measures | Our limit |
|---|---|---|
| [Heavy metals] | [Lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury] | [Limit and the standard it comes from] |
| [Microbiology] | [Total plate count, yeast and mould, E. coli, Salmonella] | [Limit] |
| [Moisture] | [Water content of the powder] | [Limit] |
What a pass means
[Plain-language explanation. Factual only: no health claims.]
How to see your pack's report
Enter the code from the back of your pack on our quality page.