When you send materials in for testing, the goal is simple: get fast, accurate, and reliable results. At Laboratory Testing (LTI), our team completed more than 4,000 orders last year with an average turnaround time of 3.39 days — a best-in-class performance compared to the industry standard of 5–7 days.
Even with efficient lab processes in place, customers play an important role in keeping projects moving smoothly. Here are the top three things you can do to help your testing project stay on track.
1. Send Enough Material for Testing
One of the most common delays happens when too little material is provided. Every analysis requires a minimum sample size. Sending enough — or even a little extra — ensures testing can be completed in one run without needing to pause and request more.
2. Ensure Samples Are Clean and Representative
Accurate results depend on representative samples. Contamination, surface debris, or unclean material can skew outcomes and may require retesting. Clean, properly prepared samples make sure results reflect the true composition and performance of your material.
3. Provide Clear Instructions and Testing Requirements
The more detail you provide upfront, the faster we can align the testing process with your goals. Whether it’s compliance with ASTM or Nadcap standards, trace element detection, or a full composition breakdown, clear requirements reduce back-and-forth clarification and accelerate your results.
Why This Matters
With a best-in-class 3.39-day average turnaround across thousands of jobs, LTI is built for speed and precision. By sending enough material, ensuring your samples are clean, and providing clear instructions, you help us maintain efficiency while delivering the reliable results your industry requires.
Watch the Full Walk-Through
Want to see the process explained by our experts? Watch our Brand Ambassador, Ashley Yerkes, and Senior Analyst II, Jessica Ingalsbe, as they walk through ICP analysis in our Chemistry Lab.
Learn More
For technical details on our ICP services — including detection limits, element lists, and specifications — visit:
https://labtesting.com/services/metal-and-materials-testing/chemical-analysis/icp-analysis/
Need help preparing your samples? Contact us today — our team is here to guide you so you get fast, accurate, and standards-compliant results.
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