Using XRF on dried blood spot samples to analyze toxic metal exposure 

A new study is using XRF to measure the heavy metals in our bodies in innovative & minimally invasive ways.
Aaron Specht, assistant professor at Purdue University, is using X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometers, including Malvern Panalytical’s Epsilon 4 system, to detect toxic metals in dried blood samples collected on filter paper without destroying them.
Specht is currently leading a study that aims to shine new light on the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (AD/ADRD) and four toxic elements in particular: lead, mercury, arsenic and cadmium.
This research has wide-ranging potential for the future monitoring of toxic metal exposure, ultimately helping make our world cleaner, healthier and more productive.
Find out more about the study: bit.ly/3XCktPK
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