X-Ray Spectroscopy in Forensic Medicine-Metal Poisoning

  • D. F. Craston
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Part of the Progress in Analytical Chemistry book series (PAC)

Abstract

X-ray spectrographic analysis is a very useful method for evaluation of certain element concentrations in biological tissues for purposes of clinical and toxicological investigation. The organic matrix prevents presentation of samples for analysis in their natural state; but after suitable isolation and in some cases preconcentration data of high accuracy and reproducibility are obtained with X-ray spectroscopy.

Methodology appropriate for clinical and toxicologic analysis with emphasis on metal poisonings will be presented, compared with other available methods and critically evaluated. The use of X-ray diffraction in forensic medicine and criminology will be discussed and documented with cases.

Keywords

Organic Matrix Barium Sulfate Metal Poisoning Acta Radio Toxicological Investigation 
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© Springer Science+Business Media New York 1969

Authors and Affiliations

  • D. F. Craston
    • 1
    • 2
  1. 1.Office of Chief Medical ExaminerNew York CityUSA
  2. 2.Department of Forensic MedicineNew York University, School of MedicineUSA

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