NEMI Method Summary


Method Summary Information

Method Number:

3125

Media:

WATER

Revision:

Standard Methods Online

Method Source:

Standard Methods

Subcategory:

INORGANIC

Analytes in this method

Official Name:

Metals in Water by ICP/MS

Descriptive Name

Metals in Water by ICP/MS

Source Info:

Standard Methods Online is jointly produced by the American Public Health Association (APHA), the American Water Works Association (AWWA), and the Water Environment Federation (WEF).
These organizations may be contacted by phone for more information on Standard Methods Online:
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Citation:

Standard Methods Online

Brief Method
Summary:

I. Sample volume and initial sample treatment: See Standard Methods section 3030 for sample pre-treatment and digestion. II. Determinative step: ICP/MS. Follow manufacturer's instructions. III. Cleanup: No procedures given.

Scope And
Application:

Applicable
Conc Range:

0 - 100ug/L. Acceptable limits may be changed to bracket sample concentration as long as linearity is proven.

Interferences:

Other elements or substances can interfere at the m/z's of the elements of interest and high solids can clog the nebulizer.

QC Requirements:

Not Included

Sample Handling:

Sample container, preservation, and storage: See Standard Methods section 3010-B for sampling and sample preservation.

Max Holding Time:

Relative Cost:

$201 to $400

URL to obtain ordering information for this method:

http://www.standardmethods.org/

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