Understanding the Limit of Detection

In this episode of The Water Online Show, host Travis Kennedy is joined by Mike Sadar of Lovibond to demystify two critical specifications often listed on instrument spec sheets: Limit of Detection (LOD) and Limit of Quantification (LOQ).While these terms are frequently overlooked, understanding what they actually represent is essential for water treatment operators — especially when configuring process turbidimeters to prevent filter breakthrough and maintain strict regulatory compliance.