Microbial Insights

It is important that samples taken for SIP studies are collected and shipped properly because the data obtained can be compromised by inadequate collection and shipment.  Following are links to pdf files which provide detailed descriptions on how to Bio-Trap samplers for SIP.

Bio-Trap Samplers

Bio-Trap Sampler Protocol for SIP
Detailed instructions on how to use the Bio-Trap Samplers for SIP.

Other Useful Forms

MI Chain of Custody
A chain of custody (COC) from must be included with each shipment of samples. Please package the COC in a moisture-proof bag and attach on the underside of the cooler lid. Click on the pdf link to obtain a copy of our COC or contact us to have a copy faxed to you.

Soil Import Permit Label
For convenient shipping of international samples Microbial Insights Inc. holds a soil import permit (#S-4574).

Note: Stable Isotope Probing (SIP) may preclude subsequent compound specific isotope analysis (CSIA) in the study well for a period of time.  MI recommends collecting samplers for CSIA prior to the deployment of a SIP Bio-Trap Sampler or collecting CSIA samples from another location.