Americium – Non-Potable Water

Laboratory Fee Schedule

Group: Radiochemistry

Procedure #:  EZZ0224A
CPT:  N/A
 

Synonym(s):Americium in Non-Potable Water
Requisition FormG-22
Test DescriptionThis test is the determination of Americium 241 activity by Alpha Spectroscopy in non-potable water samples.
Pre-Approval NeededN/A
Supplemental Information RequiredN/A
Supplemental Form(s)N/A
Performed on Specimens from (sources)Environmental
Sample/Specimen Type for TestingNon-potable water
Minimum Volume/Size RequiredHard or soft plastic; 1 gallon
Storage/Preservation Prior to ShippingNone -   Sample must be submitted to the laboratory within 5 days of collection.
Transport MediumN/A
Specimen LabelingLabel each bottle with a waterproof marker. Pre-printing labels is acceptable.  Sample identification must match submission form.
Shipping and Specimen Handling RequirementsSample must be submitted to the laboratory within 5 days of collection.
MethodUSDOE RESL CHEM-TP-A.20
Turn-around TimeHold time for non-potable water samples is unregulated, but the target sample turnaround time is 90 days from date of receipt.
Interferences/LimitationsN/A
Common Causes for Rejection
  • Insufficient quantity
  • unacceptable specimen type or source
  • improper shipping conditions
  • expired media or collection container
  • discrepancies between specimen label and submission form
  • incomplete or missing submission form
  • sample not received by the lab within 5 days of collection
Additional InformationIn addition, this test method requires an alpha spec preparation fee, procedure # EZZ0122A. The fee is only charged once per sample.