If you are looking to submit a water or fish sample for testing, then you’ve come to the right place. Below are the forms and information needed to collect and submit your sample to the Aquatic Diagnostics Laboratory. If you have any questions or to schedule a sample drop off, please feel free to contact Brittany Chesser, Lead Diagnostic Scientist, at brittany.chesser@tamu.edu, or Dr. Todd Sink, Director of the lab, at his email todd.sink@tamu.edu.
All completed forms (below) must be submitted to Brittany Chesser, Lead Diagnostic Scientist, at brittany.chesser@tamu.edu.
How to Take and Send a Water Sample
This how-to guide provides detailed instructions on how to collect, submit, and make a payment for a water sample to the Aquatic Diagnostics Laboratory. Please review these directions prior to collection and payment. Water analyses may not be accurate if the sample is taken incorrectly.
How to Take and Send a Fish Sample
This how-to guide provides detailed instructions on how to create a work order online, collect, and submit a fish sample to the Aquatic Diagnostics Laboratory. Please review these directions prior to collection and payment. Water analyses may not be accurate if the sample is taken incorrectly.
Understanding Water Quality Reports
Each water analysis processed results in a detailed Water Chemistry Report provided to the client. This guide provides more detailed information to better understand the Water Chemistry Report and what the water chemistry means for fish. The Spanish version is available at: Para la versión en español, haga clic aquí.
How Much Will Lab Tests Cost?
The Aquatic Diagnostic Laboratory performs diagnostic tests at cost. Associated fees recovers only costs for the labor and diagnostic materials, so there is no mark up to the client. Please visit this page for details regarding the current fees and forms of payments.
