A Method for the Longitudinal Sectioning of Single Hair Samples

A simple technique is presented for the longitudinal sectioning of hair samples without the need for any embedding medium. The technique applies to single hair samples that are placed in a groove of a particular depth and can either be scraped or cut to the desired level. Planar sections are obtaine...

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Published in:Journal of forensic sciences 2002-07, Vol.47 (4), p.1-4
Main Authors: Kempson, IM, Skinner, WM, Kirkbride, PK
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Forensic Medicine
Forensic sciences
Hair - ultrastructure
Hair analysis
Humans
Specimen Handling
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Summary:A simple technique is presented for the longitudinal sectioning of hair samples without the need for any embedding medium. The technique applies to single hair samples that are placed in a groove of a particular depth and can either be scraped or cut to the desired level. Planar sections are obtained that reveal the internal structure of the sample and are ideal for the application of surface analytical techniques for the study of internal transverse and longitudinal distributions of xenobiotics.
ISSN:0022-1198
1556-4029
DOI:10.1520/JFS15452J