What is the difference between microbiological, chemical and radiochemical analyses ?
A. Microbiological testing is for the detection and identification of microorganisms that could adversely affect human health. Chemical testing is for the detection and quantification of numerous organic and inorganic chemical contaminants. Radiochemical testing is for the detection and quantification of contaminants that exhibit radiation. Combined, there are more than 100 chemical, radiochemical and microbiological contaminants regulated under federal, state and local laws.
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