Abstract: A test kit and test apparatus are provided for the detection of enzymes excreted by broken or ruptured bacteria cells in various environments, such as in the field, soil extracts, produce washing, slaughter houses, food preparation area's and other related or non-related areas where a quick test or rapid test is needed to obtain qualitative results. The method utilizes various components which allow for the collection of a sample from suspected contaminated areas. One method is to collect a sample from a pond or other water source possibly contaminated and by using a clean lab sample tube or clean plastic bag, a field hand mixer, a buffer, a pipette and a test strip with a reagent pad.