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Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of industrial chemicals that include such compounds as PFOA and PFOS, among many others. Their fluorine-carbon bonds are extremely stable, making them highly resistant to environmental degradation and earning them the nickname ‘forever chemicals’ due to their longevity.

 

PFAS monitoring is now a critical requirement, not only to keep up with ever-evolving testing regulations, but to ensure the safety of our planet. Many studies have demonstrated the negative impact of PFAS on both environmental and human health, with findings linking them to severe health concerns including reproductive and developmental issues, depressed immune response, liver and kidney problems, and even cancer.

As the demand for stringent PFAS testing increases, laboratories conducting PFAS research must examine matrices such as drinking water, food packaging, food stuffs, soil, blood, and tissue samples. Our wide portfolio of PFAS analysis solutions provide testing labs with the support they need for implementing and optimizing workflows, including robust performance with complex matrices, reducing matrix-induced contamination, and increasing uptime.

Software Driving PFAS Compliance

Specifically tailored to meet EPA requirements for PFAS analysis, Simplicity 3Q software streamlines complex tasks such as calculating the total concentration of PFAS isomers by summing their peak areas. It also enables the calculation of the Hazard Index (HI), a critical requirement under the latest EPA regulations.

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Kits for Streamlined Sample Preparation

Designed to equip new labs with the key consumables needed to begin PFAS analysis, this kit includes PTFE-free upgrade kit, delay and analytical columns. It is the ideal solution for labs looking to quickly set up and meet regulatory testing demands.

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Robust LC/MS/MS System

For regulatory and contract testing labs performing PFAS analysis that want to achieve compliance, reduce instrument maintenance, increase laboratory efficiency, and futureproof against evolving complex matrix requirements, PerkinElmer LC/MS/MS System provides compliant and robust performance for complex matrices. The StayClean Technology helps mitigate ion source contamination while supporting lab efficiencies with uptime from reduced source cleaning.

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Instrument Services, Compliance and Application Support

For laboratories starting or conducting Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) analysis, our field engineers, technical service, and R&D teams are ready to get you up and running quickly, ensuring accurate, reliable results, and maximizing lab productivity. Incorporating ad-hoc services ensures that a laboratory is ready and well-equipped to handle the complexities of PFAS analysis with high precision and reliability.

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Advanced Operators’ Training

Hands-on operator training delivered at your facility can quickly train multiple operators simultaneously to keep your labs up and running efficiently . Certified Service Engineers ensure users get up to speed on their instruments quickly with minimum instrument and lab downtime.

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PFAS Analysis Spotlight

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Overcoming Typical Challenges for PFAS Analysis to Meet Evolving Regulatory Requirements

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PFAS Analysis Brochure

PerkinElmer offers a portfolio of high-performance solutions to optimize your laboratory workflow for PFAS analysis. Our robust and reliable LC/MS/MS systems al ...
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Overcoming PFAS Challenges – Mitigating Matrix-Induced Ion Source Contamination

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Overcoming PFAS Challenges - Minimizing Sources of Contamination

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LC/MS/MS: Optimized Approach for the Analysis of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances in Aqueous Samples by EPA Method 1633

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Analysis of PFAS in Drinking Water by Large Volume Direct Injection Following the EU Drinking Water Directive 2020/2184

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