The Idaho Bureau of Laboratories (IBL) Environmental Analysis Section analyzes samples for chemical and microbiological contamination. IBL maintains strict guidelines regarding receipt and processing of samples. Some samples may be submitted by the public while others are accepted only from state agencies, district health departments, or law enforcement agencies. IBL's drinking water analysis program is certified by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Before submitting a sample, it is highly recommended that you consult the Bureau's Sampling and Submission Guide. There you will find a complete list of tests that are performed at IBL as well as information on sample collection and handling procedures. Samples must be received in appropriate packaging for the testing process to be successful.
Samples must be accompanied by the proper submission form for the test requested. Links to sample submission forms can be found below. These forms may be printed and used for submission. If the form you need is not in the list, or if you are unsure of the form you need, please call 208-334-2235. Listed below the submission forms you will find some Contaminant Fact Sheets that provide information about some of the contaminants measured at the Bureau of Laboratories.