Measurement of 239Pu in fecal samples based on inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry
10.13491/j.issn.1004-714X.2023.06.006
- VernacularTitle:基于电感耦合等离子体质谱的粪样中钚-239测量方法探索
- Author:
Guowen ZHENG
1
;
Chuangao WANG
1
;
Yunyun YIN
1
;
Zhiping LUO
1
;
Hongchao PANG
1
Author Information
1. China Institute of Atomic Energy, Department of Nuclear Safety, Beijing 102413 China.
- Publication Type:OriginalArticles
- Keywords:
ICP-MS;
Fecal samples;
239Pu;
Internal exposure
- From:
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health
2023;32(6):632-635
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To establish a method for measurement of 239Pu in fecal samples based on inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS), and to provide a novel method for assessing the internal exposure of workers. Methods Fecal samples were collected from workers and labeled. The samples were pretreated with carbonization ashing and microwave digestion devices, purified on TEVA resin, and measured using ICP-MS. Results The detection limit of 239Pu in fecal samples based on ICP-MS was 1.91 × 10−4 Bq. Conclusion In the routine monitoring of class S substances characterized by a 5 μm aerodynamic diameter during 12 months, the committed effective dose corresponding to the detection limit is 0.17 mSv. This value meets the requirements of relevant national standards and ICP-MS can be used as a novel means for accurate evaluation of internal exposure for workers.
