A Novel Hair Analysis for Trace Elements on Hair Cross Section by Synchrotron Radiation X‐Ray Fluorescence Imaging with X‐Ray Microprobe: Two‐Dimensional Distribution of Lead and Zinc on Smelter Hair

    January 1997 in “ Journal of Occupational Health ”
    Nobuhiro Shimojo, Ichiyou Matsuzaki, Shino Homma‐Takeda, Ken‐ichi Tabata, Masaru Shinyashiki, Gui Fan Sun, Atsuo Iida, Yoshito Kumagaj
    The study utilized synchrotron radiation X-ray fluorescence imaging with an X-ray microprobe to analyze trace elements in hair cross-sections, specifically focusing on the two-dimensional distribution of lead and zinc in hair samples from individuals exposed to smelter environments. This novel method allowed for a detailed examination of how these elements were distributed within the hair, providing insights into environmental exposure and potential health impacts. The research highlighted the effectiveness of this technique in detecting and mapping trace elements in biological samples, contributing to the understanding of occupational health risks associated with heavy metal exposure.
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