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Struggling with washout issues in your ICP analyses? This episode is packed with solutions. We break down why certain elements stick around longer, the best rinse solutions for different challenges, and how to optimize your setup for cleaner results. From tackling HF elements and nitric-sensitive analytes to tips for using ICP TrueRinse, we cover it all. Whether you’re fine-tuning your methods or troubleshooting sticky elements, this episode is your guide to eliminating carryover and boosting accuracy in your lab.

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This episode focuses on the rare and fascinating element ruthenium and osmium, two members of the platinum group metals. Learn the best methods for dissolving these challenging metals using fusion techniques, how to prevent the formation of volatile tetroxides, and key strategies for maintaining stability in solution. We also explore testing considerations for ICP-OES and ICP-MS, including managing interferences and ensuring accurate results in trace analysis.

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Iron is one of the most common and challenging elements to handle in the lab, both as a key analyte and as a potential contaminant. In this episode, we tackle the nuances of working with iron in the lab. From avoiding contamination in your tools and reagents to selecting the right acid combinations for dissolving metals, alloys, and oxides, we cover it all. Discover how to maintain stability in solution and manage the spectral complexity iron brings to both ICP-OES and ICP-MS.

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