Aquatic Toxicity Tests
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- Aquatic animals are used in whole effluent toxicity (WET) tests to assure wastewater and other point-sources are safe.
- Both fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas) and water fleas (Ceriodaphnia dubia) are used in our chronic/acute toxicity tests.
- Daphnia magna is also sometimes used for toxicity tests.
- Algal growth tests are also performed.
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| Ceriodaphnia dubia |
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| Pimephales promelas |
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Lake and Stream Bioassessment Surveys
Overall health an integrity of waterbodies can be measured by the abundance and diversity of aquatic communities. Fish, mussels, and macroinvertebrates are the most commonly used indicators of water quality. Watershed management, restoration practices, and lake and river enhancement (LARE) are also used to enhance and restore water quality.
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Pathogens and Biosolids
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| Helminth ova |
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E. coli, Salmonella, enteric viruses, helminth ova, and many other human pathogens can be measured to assure safety.
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For more information about our services, please visit the following link: About our services
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