ICP Advanced Test

ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma) water analysis is a highly precise method used to assess the elemental composition of aquarium water. By testing 43 key parameters, ICP analysis provides a comprehensive insight into water chemistry, detecting even trace levels of essential and harmful elements. This advanced testing helps aquarium enthusiasts and professionals maintain optimal water quality by identifying imbalances and offering corrective recommendations. With ICP analysis, you can ensure a healthier, more stable environment for marine life, preventing potential issues before they impact your aquarium’s ecosystem.

Building upon our Standard ICP Testing, the Advanced ICP Testing service incorporates additional analytical techniques to offer a more comprehensive assessment of your aquarium's water quality. In addition to the elements analysed in the Standard ICP Test, this service includes:

  • Ion Chromatography (IC): Measures anions such as Fluoride (F⁻), Nitrite (NO₂⁻), Nitrate (NO₃⁻), Orthophosphate (PO₄³⁻), and Sulphate (SO₄²⁻).
  • Robotic Titration: Determines parameters like pH and Alkalinity.
  • Colorimetry: Assesses orthophosphate.
  • Conductometry: Measures Conductivity, salinity and Specific Gravity.

This expanded testing capability allows for the precise measurement of additional parameters, providing a holistic view of your aquarium's health. Our in-house SPECTROGREEN DSOI ICP-OES, combined with these advanced analytical methods, ensures that reefers receive the highest quality analysis in the industry.

Recommended by ICP specialists at Spectro for saltwater analysis, our technology ensures consistent and precise measurements, free from matrix interferences.

Available Tests

1 x Advanced ICP Test

1 x Advanced ICP test

1 x RO/DI Test

3 x Advanced ICP test

1 x FREE RO/DI Test

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The Advanced ICP tests 43 standard parameters + 13 additional parameters

STANDARD PARAMETERS
Chloride (Cl), Sodium (Na), Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), Potassium (K), Strontium (Sr), Boron (B), Bromine (Br), Sulphur (S), Lithium (Li), Silicon (Si), Iodine (I), Beryllium (Be), Barium (Ba), Molybdenum (Mo), Titanium (Ti), Vanadium (V), Chromium (Cr), Manganese (Mn), Iron (Fe), Cobalt (Co), Nickel (Ni), Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn), Phosphorus (P), Phosphate (PO4), Aluminium (Al), Silver (Ag), Arsenic (As), Antimony (Sb), Tin (Sn), Cadmium (Cd), Selenium (Se), Mercury (Hg), Lead (Pb), Lanthanum (La), Scandium (Sc), Tungsten (W), Bismuth (Bi), Germanium (Ge), Thallium (T), Zirconium (Zr)  and Salinity. 

13 ADDITIONAL PARAMETERS
Acid Binding Capacity, Alkalinity, Calcium Carbonate Equivalent, Colour, Sulphate, Conductivity, pH, Smell, Specific Gravity/Density, Nitrate, Nitrite, Orthophosphate, Fluoride

How it works

The process of receiving your ICP analysis is very simple.

  1. Buy one of the ICP Analysis Kits from your retailer.
  2. Go to the reef-zlements.com website.
  3. Register an account.
  4. Add your name, aquarium and barcode number from the kit.
  5. Stick the barcode labels on the 2 vials.
  6. Fill both vials with water from your aquarium.
  7. Put the vials back in the padded envelope and post to the address on the website.
  8. An email receipt will be sent to notify when the sample has arrived.
  9. The water will be tested the same day.
  10. A notification email will be sent to advise that the test is complete.
  11. Go online and view the results in the format that is shown on the sections below.

Full detailed instructions are given on the Reef-Zlements.com website.

Macro Elements Report

Trace Elements Report

Nutrients & Pollutants Report

Advice & Dosing Volumes Report

The ICP Range

Reef Zlements ICP Offering
Feature Standard ICP2 Advanced ICP Advanced + RO Advanced Triple + Free RO ICP MS/OES ICP MS/OES Triple + Free RO
Detection Technology ICP-OES ICP-OES + IC + Titration + Conductivity Same as Advanced Same as Advanced ICP-MS + Advanced Same as ICP-MS/OES
Element Coverage 40+ Standard + Fluorine + Extra Parameters Same as Advanced Same as Advanced 64 Elements Same as ICP-MS/OES
Trace/Ultra-trace Detection ppb ppb ppb ppb ppt, i.e. 1000x lower detection limit than Standard & Advanced ppt, i.e. 1000x lower detection limit than Standard & Advanced
Extra Parameters Salinity pH, Alkalinity, NO2, NO3, PO4 -3, SG,
Conductivity, Colour, Smell		 Same as Advanced Same as Advanced All Advanced + Rubidium +
extra Rare Earth Elements like Neodymium 		 Same as ICP-MS/OES
RODI Water No No Yes - 40+ parameters Yes - 40+ parameters No Yes - 40+ parameters
Turnaround 24H from reception* 24H from reception* 24H from reception* 24H from reception* 24H from reception* 24H from reception*
Who it's for Beginner to intermediate reef keepers who want a cost-effective, reliable snapshot of key macro and trace elements. Reefers who want more than
just elemental data
including key nutrient and
stability indicators.		 Reefers who also want to test their RODI water, especially in areas with variable tap quality or for diagnosing source-related issues. Serious reefers managing
 multiple tanks or long-term monitoring		 Hardcore reefers, SPS keepers,
or aquarists chasing perfect colouration and ultra-precise stability.		 Veterans, professional aquarists,
or boutique LFS needing premium-grade analytics at scale
Why choose it
Solid starting point for elemental diagnostics.

Detects 40+ key elements down to parts per billion (ppb).

Ideal for routine monthly checks.
Ensures no major deficiencies or toxic buildups.
Adds Nitrate, Nitrite, Orthophosphate for nutrient control.

Includes pH, Alkalinity, Conductivity, SG, Colour & Smell via titration and IC.

Provides a holistic water health picture, not just element levels.
Full Advanced ICP for tank + RODI water analysis.

Detects contaminants in makeup water (40+ elements).

Validates filtration system efficiency.
Bulk purchase value with
Free RO test included.

Useful for consistent monthly monitoring or side-by-side tank comparisons.

Saves time and money while keeping quality checks frequent.
Combines ICP-MS (ppt detection) with ICP-OES and Advanced testing.

Tests 64 elements + 13 advanced water parameters.

Detects ultra-trace imbalances that basic ICP tests miss.

Actionable insights for fine-tuning trace dosing.
Full-featured elite testing + RODI water quality validation.

Bulk savings on the most comprehensive service.

Trusted tool for preventive maintenance, deep diagnostics, and trace element dialing.

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