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Title: Potential hazard associated with scraping preparative thin layer chromatography plates. Author: Sansone EB, Losikoff AM. Journal: Am Ind Hyg Assoc J; 1979 Jun; 40(6):543-5. PubMed ID: 484470. Abstract: Scraping TLC plates in a hood leads to contamination of the hood, equipment, worker, and the environment. The magnitude of contamination is presented as a fraction of the chemical delivered, and the effects of plate thickness, dryness, and adsorbent material are examined. Frequent clean-up and decontamination are recommended.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]