Metals Analyses
| Category - Aqueous | Methods | Minimum Qty. | Recommended Containers | Required Preservation | Holding Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Metals (Except Mercury) | 200s/SM 3111B 6010/7000s | 100 mL | Plastic Bottle | Nitric Acid to pH <2. Cool to 4° C | 180 Days |
| Dissolved Metals (Except Mercury) | 200s/SM 3111B. 6010, 7000s | 100 mL | Plastic Bottle | Filter First. Nitric Acid to pH <2. Cool to 4° C | 180 Days |
| Total Mercury | 245.1, 7470 | 100 mL | Plastic Bottle | Nitric Acid to pH <2. Cool to 4° C | 28 Days |
| Dissolved Mercury | 245.1, 7470 | 100 mL | Plastic Bottle | Filter First. Nitric Acid to pH <2. Cool to 4° C | 28 Days |
| SDWA Lead and Copper Rule | 239.2 SM 3111B | 1 L | 1 x 1L Plastic Bottle | Cool to 4° C | 180 Days |
| Chromium, Hexavalent | 218.1-5 | 200 mL | Plastic Bottle | Cool to 4° C | 24 Days |
Normal Hours of Operation
The lab is open 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Samples are only accepted according to the following schedule:
Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM *Hours will vary to accommodate government holidays.
If you are submitting pool samples:
- Pool samples are only accepted between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
- Pseudomonas expedited turnaround time (rush order) is limited to 4-day and 5-day only.
