| Description |
Microscopic identification of blue-green algae (Cyanobacteria). |
| Department |
Toxicology |
| Fee |
$22 |
| Days Tested |
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri |
| Turnaround Time |
1-2 days |
| Species |
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| Specimen |
Water (50 ml minimum, 250 ml preferred) |
| Sampling Requirements |
250 mL minimum volume preferred. Sample blue-green or discolored (unchlorinated) surface water, deeper in water column, & water near the sediment if area where animals enter to drink water. |
| Collection Container |
Clean plastic or glass container |
| Packaging Instructions |
Keep sample cold and ship overnight whenever possible. Water samples can be kept cold or refrigerated (NOT frozen) for 3-5 days prior to shipping. |
| Additional Information |
See Water Collection Guide and Cyanobacteria (Blue-green Algae) Poisoning Bulletin for additional information. |