| Description |
ICP/OES (Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical emission Spectrometry). |
| Toxin(s) measured |
Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury, Chromium. |
| Application |
End product testing of shellfish. |
| Accreditation / regulatory |
No UKAS accredited method. |
| Sample type |
Shellfish/Water. |
| Sample requirements |
Recommended samples sizes: Crab: 10; water: 100 ml. For other shellfish please contact us. |
| Testing schedule |
Daily. |
| Turnaround |
12 working days or 7 working days for “Express samples”. |
| Reporting (*) |
Results are reported as "LOQ" when below the limit of quantification (see spec. sheet). Results are reported by email or fax as soon as they are available. Paper copies are forwarded by post. |
| Sample submission |
>> Link to Toxin Submission Form (PDF) |
Shellfish Testing