Sediment Phosphorus Fractionation Testing

Gain critical insights into your lake or pond's sediment health with our advanced Sediment Phosphorus Fractionation Analysis. This specialized laboratory service accurately identifies the different forms of phosphorus present in sediment samples, providing a detailed understanding of nutrient cycling and potential sources fueling excessive algae growth and eutrophication.

Why Choose Sediment Phosphorus Fractionation?

• Detailed Nutrient Profiling: Precisely determine the various phosphorus fractions within sediment, including readily available and bound forms.
• Effective Algae Management: Pinpoint the phosphorus types driving harmful algae blooms, enabling targeted and efficient nutrient control strategies.
• Long-term Water Quality Improvement: Use phosphorus data to calculate accurate sediment binding application of phosphorus treatment, which leads to long term reduction of algae and cyanobacteria.

What is in the kit: 

• Insulated Container
• Sediment Collection Container
• Ice Pack
• Prepaid Return Label

What to expect:

Sediment phosphorus fractionation testing is complex. This process takes approximately 3 weeks to process. Once testing is completed you will receive a breakdown of Sediment P Fractionation results which will include loosley sorbed P, reductant bound P, and biogenic P. These are all forms that will become bioavailable to algae at some point during the season. A summary report for a restoration plan for the pond site is also included with results. 

Our team of experts will help walk through what the best next steps are to manage ongoing water quality concerns. We will produce a custom treatment plan based on your results and current issues that you're experiencing. 

Situations when Sediment Phosphorus Fractionation makes sense:

• Battling Algae Blooms Every Year
• Harmful Algae Blooms Are Present
• Pond/Lake With High Phosphate Levels

Take the guesswork out of phosphorus management and implement science-backed solutions. Sediment Phosphorus Fractionation Analysis is your key to unlocking healthier, clearer, and more balanced aquatic ecosystems.