The Problem of PFAS: Part 2 - Top Regulations
June 3, 2021 at 3:00 AM / by David Gallagher posted in SPE solid phase extraction, Sample preparation, EPA Method 537.1, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, PFAS, Drinking water, EPA Method, water extractions, SPE, perfluorinated compounds, PFOS, extraction, ISOLUTE 101
Common Mistakes by the Lab Series: The Pain of Contaminated Squeeze Bottles
December 16, 2020 at 9:42 AM / by Deanna Bissonnette posted in Sample preparation, Solid-phase extraction, SPE, phthalates
Ugh…I think we can all agree that the worst thing that can happen when testing high profile samples is losing an extract due to phthalate contamination. Whether you are extracting 525.2 or 625.1 samples, phthalates can ruin your day and wreak great havoc, causing false positives!
How to plan for dirty samples for both extraction and analysis
December 16, 2020 at 9:39 AM / by Matt Harden posted in Sample preparation, Solid-phase extraction, wastewater, gas chromatography, SPE, dirty samples