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Can we analyze soil samples by ICP-MS, also include % moisture, and then report both wet and dry weight results?

We do not analyze soils by ICP-MS, only ICP-OES.  The data can be reported as dry weight or as-received (moisture reported separately) but only logged as one with the other commented on the report.