ALS analysts have taken on a diverse range of projects requiring microscopic examinations.
Detailed Microscopic Examination
Our analysts have taken on a diverse range of projects requiring microscopic examinations. From determining general particle size distribution of water turbidity to detailed characterization of wood dust samples, we are able to customize a method of analysis for your specific project.
Cryptosporidium & Giardia
ALS offers analysis for the detection of Cryptosporidium (Crypto) and Giardia in water using the recently approved EPA method 1623 immuno-magnetic separation technique. This procedure can isolate both Crypto and Giardia using one 10L water sample resulting in improved sensitivity and the lowest possible detection of oocysts per liter.
Fungi
ALS performs identification and enumeration of environmental mould samples to genus and species. Our capabilities include analysis of bulk, swabs, tapes and air samples for viable moulds, as well as spore traps for non-viable moulds. Our staff is highly trained for these tests offering assistance with sampling strategies and data interpretation. This expertise can give you confidence in the analysis you are using in your investigations.
Our analysts have taken on a diverse range of projects requiring microscopic examinations. From determining general particle size distribution of water turbidity to detailed characterization of wood dust samples, we are able to customize a method of analysis for your specific project.
Cryptosporidium & Giardia
ALS offers analysis for the detection of Cryptosporidium (Crypto) and Giardia in water using the recently approved EPA method 1623 immuno-magnetic separation technique. This procedure can isolate both Crypto and Giardia using one 10L water sample resulting in improved sensitivity and the lowest possible detection of oocysts per liter.
Fungi
ALS performs identification and enumeration of environmental mould samples to genus and species. Our capabilities include analysis of bulk, swabs, tapes and air samples for viable moulds, as well as spore traps for non-viable moulds. Our staff is highly trained for these tests offering assistance with sampling strategies and data interpretation. This expertise can give you confidence in the analysis you are using in your investigations.
Benthic Invertebrates
Many laboratories offer the chemistry services required for in-depth environmental baseline studies, but ALS also offers the associated benthic and phyto/zooplankton identification services. We employ a large number of biologists capable of handling multiple project requirements and deadlines using CAEAL (ISO 17025) accredited procedures. We have analyzed fresh water benthic samples to various taxonomic levels from coast to coast, and can provide reference libraries with each project.
Algae
Blue-green (BG) algae have become an organisms of concern in drinking water sources. ALS can assist water quality professionals in identifying and monitoring BG or any other algae of concern, as well as microcystin-LR quantities. We are capable of reporting detailed identification, counts and biovolumes to ensure the accurate assessment of water quality.
Many laboratories offer the chemistry services required for in-depth environmental baseline studies, but ALS also offers the associated benthic and phyto/zooplankton identification services. We employ a large number of biologists capable of handling multiple project requirements and deadlines using CAEAL (ISO 17025) accredited procedures. We have analyzed fresh water benthic samples to various taxonomic levels from coast to coast, and can provide reference libraries with each project.
Algae
Blue-green (BG) algae have become an organisms of concern in drinking water sources. ALS can assist water quality professionals in identifying and monitoring BG or any other algae of concern, as well as microcystin-LR quantities. We are capable of reporting detailed identification, counts and biovolumes to ensure the accurate assessment of water quality.