ATI Testing Post COVI-19

[tylr9m482]

Hey Guys,

I was wondering if anyone has any information on the current situation at ATI testing. I am curious if they are still open and conducting test kits right now (4/2/20) as I was thinking about buying one and sending it out as we have all had a lot more time to tinker with our tanks laterly. But I'm not sure if I want to send out the kit if no one is there to receive it or if it will take much longer to get the results. I know it typically says 2-3 weeks for results which I am fine with. Really I don't mind waiting even longer but does the quality of my water sample diminish over time if no one is testing it?

If anyone has sent out a test kit recently and has deeper insight to any of my concerns it would be appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[lilgrounchuck]

Do they do anything else? Their website doesn’t indicate. Do they test themselves or is it outsourced to a lab? If it’s just a dude with some test equipment at home, as long as the Mail is running you’re probably ok. If it’s outsourced to a lab, testing aquarium water may the low man if they can repurpose equipment to aid the current strain in the medical community.

 

[tylr9m482]

To my understanding, it is sent to a lab in Germany to be tested but that's all I really know. The website does not share any other information changing the process due to COVID-19.

 

[lilgrounchuck]

To my understanding, it is sent to a lab in Germany to be tested but that's all I really know. The website does not share any other information changing the process due to COVID-19.

Are you in GE or another EU country? Might want to take a look at what is getting through the borders now with everyone laying on different restrictions.

 

[tylr9m482]

Nope USA, I'll call the local post office tomorrow and ask, that's a good point. Anyone else recently send out one of these tests?

 

[Sdot]

Nope USA, I'll call the local post office tomorrow and ask, that's a good point. Anyone else recently send out one of these tests?

Yup sent mine yesterday. According to the site...no change in testing times.

From the site:


NEWS: Covid-19 has no influence on laboratory operation. You can send in your samples as usual. After receiving the sample, we currently need 2 working days to complete your results.

 

[lilgrounchuck]

I’m sure it’ll get done then, but I’d expect to see a jump in the time to process if you’re sending it across the pond.

 

[tylr9m482]

Yup sent mine yesterday. According to the site...no change in testing times.

From the site:


NEWS: Covid-19 has no influence on laboratory operation. You can send in your samples as usual. After receiving the sample, we currently need 2 working days to complete your results.

Awesome, thank you! Makes me feel better knowing you got that message.