Aqua Regia Total Extraction - Lab Data Only
Comprehensive Elemental Inventory for Soil, Sediment, and Growing Media
For Researchers, Remediation Consultants, and Advanced Soil Professionals
When you need to know what’s really in the soil—not just what’s soluble or plant-available—the Aqua Regia Total Extraction provides a complete elemental fingerprint. This strong-acid digestion test measures total elemental content, including both immediately available and mineral-bound nutrients that may not be accessible to plants but still play a role in long-term fertility, environmental risk, or soil classification.
This analysis is ideal for professionals who require raw, high-resolution data for modeling, compliance, research, or auditing mineral inputs over time.
What This Test Measures (Total Elemental Content):
- Macronutrients
▪️ Total Nitrogen (N)
▪️ Total Phosphorus (P)
▪️ Total Potassium (K)
▪️ Total Sulfur (S) - Base Cations
▪️ Total Sodium (Na)
▪️ Total Calcium (Ca)
▪️ Total Magnesium (Mg) - Micronutrients & Trace Elements
▪️ Total Zinc (Zn)
▪️ Total Iron (Fe)
▪️ Total Manganese (Mn)
▪️ Total Copper (Cu)
▪️ Total Boron (B)
▪️ Total Molybdenum (Mo)
▪️ Total Cobalt (Co)
▪️ Total Selenium (Se)
▪️ Total Silicon (Si)
▪️ Total Aluminum (Al)
Why Use Aqua Regia?
The Aqua Regia method is not a plant-availability test. It is used to determine the total amount of each element present, regardless of whether it is accessible to plants. This is critical when:
- Evaluating long-term mineral reserves or inputs
- Investigating contamination or toxic metal presence
- Performing regulatory testing or environmental audits
- Comparing soil profiles or media sources
- Supporting academic or research-grade data models
Important Note
- This test does not indicate current plant-available nutrients.
- It includes mineral-bound elements that may not contribute to short-term fertility but affect soil behavior, reclamation, or remediation planning.
- No interpretations or fertilizer recommendations are included.
Perfect For:
- Soil and environmental scientists
- Remediation specialists and regulatory compliance
- Research institutions and lab studies
- Compost or media manufacturers validating mineral inputs
- Consultants auditing soil or media over time
Deliverables
- Lab Report Only: Elemental data reported in parts per million (ppm)
- No recommendations or interpretations provided
Sample Requirements & Turnaround
- Minimum Sample Size: 3–4 cups
- Turnaround Time: 5 business days from lab receipt
Order the Aqua Regia Total Extraction Test Today
If you need a full-spectrum elemental inventory—not just what’s available today, but everything that’s present—this test delivers professional-grade data you can trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are your business hours?
Our office is open Monday thru Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. We do close for major holidays, so we recommend ordering your testing and sending your sample early if a holiday is coming up. You can always reach us by email. Just send us a message at info@tpslab.com
- When will I get my results?
We understand that you need your results as soon as possible. That is why we make sure to begin processing your samples as soon as they arrive at our laboratory. When the results are ready, we will email them to the email address you provided on your submittal form. The list below will give you an idea of our usual turnaround times.
Soil Tests: 5-7 Business days
Water Tests: 5 - 7 Business days
Plants Tests: 24 - 48 Hours
Compost Tests: 7 - 14 Business days
Fertilizer Tests: 3 - 5 Business days
Heavy Metals Test: 7 - 14 Business days
We offer a rush option for an additional 50% of the testing cost, but we would encourage you to give yourself time to test before you get to a point where a rush is needed.
