Anion and nutrient analysis may be done by one of two possible techniques within the MAC labs, either ion chromatography or traditional colorimetric techniques. Ion chromatography is the preferred approach. Occasionally the sample composition will cause interference, and colorimetric techniques may be a better choice. Sea water samples would be a good example, as the high chloride content makes ion chromatography an unsuitable technique at times.
Both ion chromatography and the HACH methods can be used to quantify the following: Fluoride, chloride, nitrate, bromide, nitrite, orthophosphate, and sulfate.
| Internal/UA clients | External clients | |
| Aqueous sample (per sample) | $20 | $28 |
The above sample rates are for ONE ion. Additional ions and/or sample preparation steps needed will be quoted separately.
The costs shown above are estimates, and will be discussed and agreed upon prior to the lab accepting samples.
For further inquiries, or to request an estimate, please email Shane Billings at UAF-INE-MAC@alaska.edu.
