Our ICP-MS tests provide easy, fast and highly accurate analysis of over 50 elements in your water, at detection levels 1000 times higher than ICP-OES tests.
ICP-MS can detect elements at much lower concentrations (parts per trillion) compared to the parts per billion typically achievable with ICP-OES.
This sensitivity allows for more accurate measurements of trace elements even in very dilute samples.
The mass spectrometry approach used in ICP-MS is less prone to spectral interferences that can affect ICP-OES.
This is because ICP-MS measures the mass of ions, which can be distinguished more precisely than the wavelength of light measured in ICP-OES.
ICP-MS operates effectively across a broad range of concentrations, maintaining accuracy and precision even in samples with highly variable element concentrations.
The method used allows for a much higher degree of consistency even between different samples of the same batch.
Elements tested: Ca, Mg, K, Cl**, Na, S, Sr, B, Br**, Co, Cr, Fe, I**, Li**, Mn, Mo, P, Ni, V, Zn, Ag, Al, As, Au, Ba, Be, Cd, Ce, Cs, Cu, Dy, Er, Eu, Ga, Ho, Ir, La, Nb, Nd, Os, (PO4)*, Pb, Pd, Pr, Pt, Rb, Re, Ru, Sb, Se, Si**, Sm, Sn, Ta, Te, Th, Ti, U, W, Zr
*PO4 is calculated on the Phosphorus value
**Elements not tested in freshwater RO DI
SAMPLES MUST BE MAILED TO TMC
Use the box to pack your water samples securely.
Complete the address label B provided and stick
it on the back of the box as shown.
4 Add correct postage and address label B
Although you can use the cheaper option to
post your ICP samples to us, for your peace
of mind, we recommend you shipping the
samples tracked. That way you will always
be aware of where it is and the status of
your test.
Unfortunately we are unable to provide replacement vials for lost or under paid
postage on ICP parcels.
Please note that if for any reason the address label is missing, address the pack to:UK
Tropical Marine Centre
Solesbridge Lane
Chorleywood
Herts WD3 5SX
England
