Marine Algal Growth Inhibition

Title

Marine algal growth inhibition

Test guidelines

ISO/DIS 10253

Test species

Skeletonema costatum

Quantity of sample required

100g
(If effluent 2L)

Results quoted

Growth inhibition EC50’s by growth rate and biomass
NOEC’s based on growth rate and biomass

Test duration

72 hours

Standard turnaround time

6 weeks

Notes

Skeletonema costatum is the standard species but other alternative species may be used at the client’s request.

The turnaround time includes a range finding (preliminary) study, definitive study and report.