1 Scope
This document specifies procedures for sampling, capture and preservation of environmental DNA ( eDNA ) in aquatic environments, stemming from organisms that are or have recently been
present in a waterbody, have visited it or whose DNA has been introduced to the waterbody
through some mechanism. This document also covers procedures for avoiding sample contamination and ensuring DNA quality, key properties of the filtering procedure and equipment
and reporting standards.
This document does not include the collection of eDNA from biofilms, sediments or similar sample types and does not cover sampling designs.
BS EN 17805:2023 history
2023BS EN 17805:2023 Water quality. Sampling, capture and preservation of environmental DNA from water