Date of Award
2-1965
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Medical
First Advisor
Robert A. Scheidt
Abstract
This study was undertaken with two objectives. The first objective was to determine the value of the Atomic Absorption Spectroscope as a routine instrument for the determination of metals in biological specimens. The second objective was to establish normal values for the metals satisfactorily determined in whole blood of non pregnant women, in whole blood of pregnant women at the time of delivery, in cord blood, and in placental tissue. These two aims were realized. The metallic elements determined in whole blood were calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, strontium, chromium, and copper. These seven metals plus cobalt, nickel, cadmium, and manganese were determined in placental tissue.
Recommended Citation
Howe, M. Martin, "Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometric Determination of Certain Metals in Blood and Placenta" (1965). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 5676.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/5676