Test Species and Methods
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Freshwater SpeciesWater fleas (Ceriodaphnia dubia)
Water fleas (Daphnia magna)
Fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas)
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Saltwater Species
Mysid shrimp (Americamysis bahia)
Inland silversides (Menidia beryllina) |
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ETS is certified by NC DEQ, SC DHEC and KY EEC for the following tests and methods.
Test | Method |
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Daphnid, Ceriodaphnia dubia, Acute | EPA 2002.0 |
Daphnid, Ceriodaphnia dubia, Survival and Reproduction | EPA 1002.0 |
Daphnid, Ceriodaphnia dubia, Survival and Reproduction by North Carolina Modifications (Pass/Fail or Phase II Tests) |
EPA 1002.0 |
Fathead Minnow, Pimephales promelas, Acute | EPA 2000.0 |
Fathead Minnow, Pimephales promelas, Larval Survival and Growth | EPA 1000.0 |
Mysid Shrimp, Americamysis bahia, Acute | EPA 2007.0 |
Mysid Shrimp, Americamysis bahia, Survival, Growth, and Fecundity | EPA 1007.0 |
Inland Silverside, Menidia beryllina, Acute | EPA 2006.0 |
Inland Silverside, Menidia beryllina, Larval Survival and Growth | EPA 1006.0 |
EPA Acute Manual: EPA-821-R-02-012, Methods 2000.0, 2002.0, 2006.0, 2007.0. EPA Freshwater Chronic Manual: EPA-821-R-02-013, Methods 1000.0, 1002.0 EPA Saltwater Chronic Manual: EPA-821-R-02-014, Methods 1006.0, 1007.0 North Carolina Pass/Fail Chronic Modification North Carolina Phase II Chronic Modification |