Uranium-235 and 238 Isotope Water Test
Recommended by SimpleLab™ for targeted testing for the two most common uranium isotopes in drinking water: uranium-235 and uranium-238. The vast majority (99%+) of all uranium in the environment is found as uranium-238.
Uranium is ubiquitous in the environment and can be found in rocks, soil, water, air, plants, and animals. Additionally, uranium-235 can be concentrated in a process called “enrichment" that is can be used for nuclear reactors or weapons. Subsequently, additional sources of uranium contamination in the environment include close proximity to: abandoned uranium mines, nuclear industry activity, or combustion or coal or other fuels.
As a weakly radioactive heavy metal, uranium emits alpha particles as it decays. Alpha particles cannot penetrate skin from the outside. However, when consumed, they are active inside your body and can cause damage.
This Tap Score water test package provides all required materials to properly collect and submit a sample for certified laboratory testing. Reported results will include detailed, quantified analysis of uranium-235 and uranium-238 in pCi/L by EPA method 901.1 (or equivalent).
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