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Includes 300 tests! Arsenic Econo-Quick™ for water quality testing is ideal for field and lab technicians whose time is valuable and who do a large volume of tests. With accurate results in only 12 minutes, Arsenic Econo-Quick™ uses one simple procedure with 3 reagents that minimizes exposure to chemicals and maximizes the use of your time. With results comparable to high-end ICP testing methods, at a fraction of the cost, Arsenic Econo-Quick™ only requires a 50mL sample size to run. Everything you need to achieve results is included in this water quality test kit. In addition, Arsenic Econo-Quick uses no dangerous chemicals, like Sulfamic or Hydrochloric Acid, and features a unique chamber design which reduces your exposure to the generated arsine gas. With the included Easy-Read color chart, matching is simple and reliable water quality testing results can be achieved by non-technical personnel.

QuickTM Arsenic tests were developed with considerations for safety, sensitivity easy-of-use, and speed. Safety has not been compromised for convenience in the Arsenic Quick™ family of arsenic field test kits. All reagents are in powder form and have been carefully selected to minimize the hazards associated with conventional arsenic testing. All components needed to accurately detect and measure arsenic are included in a portable ready-to-use kit.

Our easy to follow test procedure requires only three reagents and as little as 12 minutes to perform. Reagents are clearly labeled and color coded to make arsenic testing error free. A colorimetric test strip is used to take the guesswork out of accurate arsenic measurement. The matching color chart is thoughtfully printed with extra large color blocks and contrasting colors for quick and accurate determinations.

Here's how it works:
First, your water sample is mixed in the supplied reaction vessel with reagent #1 (Tartaric acid with rate enhancers). This will acidify your water sample. Reagent #2, an oxidizer, is then added to remove hydrogen sulfide interference. Finally, with the addition of Zinc powder, reagent #3, inorganic arsenic compounds (As+3 and As+5) are reduced to arsine gas. A test strip is used to measure the arsine gas concentration in the water sample.

As arsine gas is generated and comes in contact with the test strip, the Mercuric bromide indicator on the test strip changes in color from white to shades of yellow or brown. Once the reaction is completed, the test strip is removed and matched to a calibrated color chart to obtain a quantitative measure of arsenic in the tested sample.

The included test procedure is designed to detect inorganic arsenic As+3 and As+5. Test procedures are also available for arsenic in soil.

The patented (6,696,300) and patent pending test kits have five formats available to suit any testing requirement. Our standard Arsenic Quick™ test kit detects 5 ppb (μg/L) of arsenic in 12 minutes. For added sensitivity, use the Low Range Arsenic Quick™ kit to detect arsenic concentrations of 2 ppb (μg/L) in 12 minutes. The Arsenic Econo-Quick™ kit is our latest addition with 300 tests per kit at a low price and a detection level of 10 ppb (μg/L) with a quick 12 minute test time. For single use, retail sale, and evaluation, a 2-test Arsenic Quick™ kit is also offered.

Information on the performance characteristics of Quick can be found at www.epa.gov/etv, or call ITS at 1-800-861-9712 for a copy of the ETV verification report. The use of the ETV® Name or Logo does not imply approval or certification of this product nor does it make any explicit or implied warranties or guarantees as to product performance.

The Issue
Arsenic is a natural element found widely in the earth's crust. It may be found in some drinking water supplies, including wells. Exposure to high levels of arsenic can cause health effects.

Background
There are trace amounts of arsenic in all living matter. For most Canadians, the primary source of exposure to arsenic is food, followed by drinking water, soil and air. Drinking water would only be the major source of exposure for people living near a source of arsenic.

Arsenic may enter lakes, rivers or underground water naturally, when mineral deposits or rocks containing arsenic dissolve. Arsenic may also get into water through the discharge of industrial wastes and by the deposit of arsenic particles in dust, or dissolved in rain or snow. These arsenic particles can enter the environment through:

- the burning of fossil fuels (especially coal);
- metal production (such as gold and base metal mining);
- agricultural use (in pesticides and feed additives); or
- waste burning.

Data collected indicate that the levels of arsenic in Canadian drinking water are generally less than 0.005 milligrams per litre (0.005 parts per million - ppm), although concentrations may be higher in some areas.

Testing For Arsenic
As arsenic is both tasteless and odourless, you won't be able to tell if it is in your drinking water. However, arsenic tends to be found in very specific regions of the country and may not be a drinking water concern in your area. If you live in an area that has natural sources of arsenic or is known to have high levels of arsenic in its groundwater, it is recommended that you have your water tested. To do so, please contact your regional public health office. If you obtain your drinking water from a municipal supply and want to have your water tested, you should contact the local drinking water authorities.

Laboratories with specialized equipment can conduct tests to measure arsenic in your body. Testing for arsenic in urine will indicate recent exposure.

The Health Effects of Arsenic
Arsenic in drinking water is absorbed by the body when you swallow it, and distributed by the bloodstream. It does not enter the body through the skin or by inhalation during bathing or showering. The highest levels of arsenic are found in nails and hair, which accumulate arsenic over time. Your body gets rid of arsenic mostly through urine, with smaller amounts removed through the skin, hair, nails and sweat.

Health Canada and the International Agency for Research on Cancer consider arsenic a human cancer-causing agent. Its effects have been studied in a population in Taiwan where the drinking water contains naturally high levels of arsenic (over 0.35 ppm). The results suggest that consuming drinking water with very high levels of arsenic over a lifetime, can increase the risk of cancer in internal organs such as the bladder, liver and lungs.

Long-term exposure (over many years or decades) to high levels of arsenic in drinking water may also cause:

- thickening and discoloration of the skin;
- nausea and diarrhea;
- decreased production of blood cells;
- abnormal heart rhythm and blood vessel damage; or
- numbness in the hands and feet.

Short-term exposure (days/weeks) to very high levels of arsenic in drinking water can result in:

- abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea;
- muscular cramping or pain;
- weakness and flushing of skin, skin rash;
- numbness, burning or tingling sensation or pain in hands and feet;
- thickening of the skin on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet; or
- loss of movement and sensory responses. Studies do not show greater risks of health effects in children, pregnant women or other vulnerable populations.