Questions You Should Ask Before Choosing An Analytical Laboratory :

1. How long has the lab been in business ?
2. Is the lab certified for all parameters of interest ?
3. Has the lab or its owners ever declared bankrupcy ?
4. Do they do all analyses in house or do subcontract part of the work?
5. Does ther lab have GC/MS capability? HPLC? IC ? ICP? ICP-MS?
6. Will samples be picked up on demand?
7. What is the average turnaround time?
8. Do they have a Ph.D. scientist on staff available to answer technical questions?
9. Does the lab have an approved Quality Assurance Plan ?
10. Do they have a toll free 800 number?

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Spectrum Laboratories Inc.
(954) 978-6400
Ft. Lauderdale, FL & Savannah, GA U.S.A.