With aim to maximize sensitivity and optimize LOD of this assay  the volume of sample retrieved from the Cd column was maximized (150 mcrL) and reagent sandwich was assembled, as specified in  the assay protocol (2.2.19). Should the goal of the assay be, to cover concentration range up to 1000 ppB N the sample volume retrieved from Cd column should be decreased to 20 mcrL (2.2.20.). Note that the protocol for the concentration ranges (A) and (B), shown here,  was the same, the improved detection limit being due only to the scaling of the response of the spectrophotometer.

Nitrate Assay
0 to 200 ppB LOD 35 nM N

2.2.21.