Extraction, quantification and characterization of mercury and selenium containing nanoparticles in seal livers using single particle inductively coupled plasma time of flight mass spectrometry (spICP-ToF-MS)

Key Points

• This research aims to develop and validate a methodology for determining mercury and selenium nanoparticles in aquatic mammals.
• Utilized single particle inductively coupled plasma time of flight mass spectrometry (spICP-ToF-MS) for analysis.
• Focused on extraction and quantification of nanoparticles in seal livers.
• Employed validation processes to ensure methodological accuracy.
• Successfully characterized mercury and selenium containing nanoparticles.
• Provided quantification data for HgSe nanoparticles in seal livers.