Aquatic Kits

For taking freshwater and marine water samples

For an overview of the key differences between our 5 aquatic kits, please see the table below.

For more information about our aquatic kits, please see info below the table.

 

Kit overview

Kit: Includes a manual syringe Up to 3 tests (x1 filter) Up to 6 tests (x2 filters) Includes adaptors and tubing for use with powered pumps For use with DOT-NM autosampler
Aquatic X X X
Aquatic - for pump X X X
Aquatic for DOT-NM autosampler (x9 filters) X X

 

 

 Kit info

 Item Image Description
Filter As water is pushed through the filter, eDNA is trapped inside.
Hand-operated syringe Used to push water through the filter, by hand.
Adaptors and tubing for use with powered pumps Our 'for pump' kits contain adaptors and tubing for use with powered pumps, e.g. a Vampire Sampler.

  • Important info

    • Filters are single-use and can be used in one location only. (One single set of latitude and longitude coordinates for each filter.)
    • Kits are supplied with preservation buffer to prolong the life of the eDNA captured in the filter. Preservation buffer should be used within 12 months of purchase.
    Order fresh preservation buffer 

  • What's included in the cost?

    Price includes kit and one report, per test.

    Example reports 

  • Please read the protocol for your kit

    Kit protocols
    (NatureMetrics main site)

  • Looking for our great crested newt kit (for UK licencing)?

    This kit is not currently available via this store. If you would like to order this kit, please contact us.

  • Looking for our aquatic bacterial kit, or our x9 filter kit for the DOT-NM autosampler?

    These kits are not currently available from this store. To order, please contact us.

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