How to condition a water sample for analysis?

Sending aquarium, pond, borehole or tap-water samples to Vetofish requires suitable containers, clear identification, appropriate storage and protective packaging. Arrange prompt delivery and follow the preparation instructions below.

Bottled

For the main water parameters, a simple 0.5 L plastic bottle is sufficient.

In the event of a specific request (search for micropollutants for example), the second sample in a glass bottle may be necessary.

Remember to clearly identify each bottle with the origin of the sample, the date and time of sampling, as well as the temperature at the time of sampling.

You can also wrap tape around the cap to limit the risk of opening during the transport.

Temperature maintenance

Except in winter, it is important to add one or two eutectic devices (or “blue block”) to your shipment.

The blue blocks must first be put in the freezer for at least 20 hours to ensure good temperature maintenance.

Packaging

Place your bottles and the blue blocks in robust cardboard.

If there are glass bottles, protect them well against impact with bubble wrap or polystyrene.

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See our analysis and diagnostic service to arrange a freshwater analysis.