The feasibility of wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometry for the assessment of lead concentration in animal bone powder

This work demonstrates the feasibility of wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence for the assessment of lead in animal bone powder. When applied to real bone samples, this analytical procedure produced results compatible with current knowledge of lead metabolism, emerging as an important tool in th...

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Published in:Analytical methods 2013-01, Vol.5 (3), p.598-602
Main Authors: Brito, José A. A., Cavaleiro, Inês I. B., Fernandes, Tânia A. P., Gonçalves, Luísa M. L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
Assessments
Bones
Feasibility
Mathematical analysis
Public health
Wavelengths
X-ray fluorescence
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Summary:This work demonstrates the feasibility of wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence for the assessment of lead in animal bone powder. When applied to real bone samples, this analytical procedure produced results compatible with current knowledge of lead metabolism, emerging as an important tool in the investigation of relevant issues in Public Health.
ISSN:1759-9660
1759-9679
DOI:10.1039/c2ay26455b