Food - Radiological analysis of food samples may be conducted in circumstances where public health is threatened. Samples are not accepted from the public. All radiological samples must be collected and submitted with prior approval from the MSPHL.
Atmospheric Monitoring - MSPHL participates in an EPA program to conduct routine and emergency surveillance of the atmosphere for radiological contaminants. MSPHL does not currently analyze atmospheric samples.
Chemistry
Gamma Spectrometry
Liquid Scintillation Counting for Alpha and Beta Emitters
Gas Flow Proportional Counting for Alpha and Beta Emitters
Contact us for all radiological laboratory testing inquiries.
Samples must be submitted by an Environmental Public Health Specialist or Environmental Specialist employed by a Public Health Agency for analysis. For a listing of local public health agencies online visit the LPHA website.
Specimen collection supplies must be obtained from the MSPHL after approval for collection has been granted.
Contact MSPHL for shipping procedures.
Food
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Quantity Not Sufficient.
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One week.
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