| Description |
Screen for nitrates, pH, total dissolved salts (TDS), and sulfates by spectroscopy, gravimetric, and other additional methods. |
| Department |
Toxicology |
| Fee |
$35 |
| Days Tested |
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri |
| Turnaround Time |
1-2 days |
| Species |
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| Specimen |
Water |
| Sampling Requirements |
Take sample from surface water and deeper in the water column. Rinse collection container in the source water prior to sampling. Submit 50 mL minimum, 250 mL preferred. |
| Collection Container |
Clean plastic container. Avoid pop bottles and food jars. |
| Packaging Instructions |
The sample may be stored in the Fridge, but an ice pack during shipping is not required. No time restrictions on sample viability, but typically water should be analyzed within a few days |
| Additional Information |
See Water Collection and Submission Guide and/or Livestock Water Quality for additional information. Analysis of water for animal and livestock consumption only. Analysis of water for human consumption must be performed by a laboratory certified by the North Dakota Department of Health. |