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| Question: | How do I submit samples to CSL? |
| Answer: | CSL has provided you with a "Sample Submittal Form" for your convenience. You may fill it out on line or print the form, fill it out, and mail with your samples. |
| Question: | How much volume of sample is required to run the analyses? |
| Answer: |
For a solid sample such as powder, tablet, capsules, granulation, etc., approximately 2 to 5 grams of material or 10-20 tablets or capsules is required. If the sample is in a liquid form, approximately 100 to 200 ml of sample would be required to complete the analyses. When in doubt, "more is better than little." |
| Question: | What are your detection levels for the various elements? |
| Answer: | The detection levels may vary from element to element depending upon the matrix of the sample. ICP-MS has low-level detection capability. Please contact our laboratory to discuss your detection requirements. |
| Question: | What does "PQL" stand for? |
| Answer: | PQL stands for practical quantitation level, which is the detection reporting level used by CSL. |
| Question: | What if my results are outside my prescribed specifications for those designated elements? |
| Answer: | CSL has procedures in effect "Standard Operating Procedures" (SOPs) that describe our procedures in this situation. Please contact CSL to discuss your particular sample. |
| Question: | How much does a test cost? |
| Answer: | ICP-MS is a very versatile technique. It may analyze a sample for one element or multiple elements. Pricing may vary according to the number of elements, the type of matrix and type of elements. Please contact CSL for a quotation. |
| Question: | What are your turnaround times for results? |
| Answer: | CSL has several turnaround time designations: CSL's standard turnaround time, without any markup in price, is five (5) business days. CSL also is capable of providing more expedited turnaround times of three day and one (24 hours) day services. The three day and one day services usually will entail a mark up in price. Please contact CSL for further detail. Turnaround times begin when samples arrive at CSL. |
| Question: | What are CSL’s hours of operation? |
| Answer: | Chemical Solutions operates between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST) Monday through Friday (except holidays). |
| Question: | Where are you located? |
| Answer: | Chemical Solutions is located in Mechanicsburg, PA, a suburb of Harrisburg, PA, the state capital. |
| Please contact CSL with any additional questions you may have. Thank You! | |
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