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Nitrite/Nitrate Test Kit

Nitrite/Nitrate Test Kit

Nitrate is not especially harmful to freshwater fish but is a potent plant fertilizer and can contribute to the growth of unsightly and unwelcome algae, such as green water or blanketweed. Ideally, the levels of nitrate in the Koi pond should be controlled to help reduce the likelihood of these unwelcome algae blooms occurring. It is recommended that a Nitrate Test Kit is used to determine the quantity present in the pond and control the concentration through water changes.

Nitrites are a different story.

As the ammonia in the water begins to reduce, the secondary break down product, nitrite will begin to increase and this is also very poisonous to fish.

Nitrite is a skin irritant and will cause the fish to display symptoms of irritability such as rubbing themselves, jumping, or even skimming across the surface of the pond. These symptoms are also commonly associated with parasites and it is sensible to eliminate nitrite as the cause before treating the pond.

Microbe-Lift Nitrite/Nitrate Test Kit
Microbe-Lift Nitrite/Nitrate Test Kit


MSDS - Nitrate/Nitrite Test Strips
MSDS - Nitrate/Nitrite Test Strips

Salt & Fresh Water Use

Water MUST be tested regularly to maintain GOOD WATER QUALITY.

Helps to determine if POND is CYCLING
Helps easily MONITOR fluctuating levels of:

  • NITRATE which can stimulate unwanted algae growth
  • NITRITE which can be harmful to fish

Nitrate/ Nitrite test strips give you the ability to know when a water change is needed in your aquarium or pond. Nitrite/ Nitrate test strips are fast and easy to use, with no wet or hazardous chemicals.

FRESHWATER: Dip one test strip into water sample for 2 seconds. Remove and hold level, do not shake. Wait 1 minute and match to best color on the color chart. Complete matching within 15 seconds.

SALTWATER: Dip one test strip into the water sample for 2 seconds. Remove and hold level, do not shake. Wait 1 minute and match Nitrite (second pad) to best color on the color chart. At 2 minutes match NITRATE (first pad) to best color on the color chart. Complete all matching within 15 seconds.

NITRATE/NITRITE test strips give you an indication of your nitrate/nitrite concentrations which can build up in your aquarium or pond due to uneaten food, waste, bacteria, and oxidation. Nitrate/Nitrite test strips also inform you when the levels have become potentially harmful and a water change is needed.
Item #: TESTNITR
Microbe-Lift Nitrite/Nitrate Test Kit (50 strips)
Suggested Price $ 18.95
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Our Price: $ 15.16

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