Environmental
Chemical Vapor Monitoring Badges for Pathology, Histology & Tissue LaboratoriesPathology, histology and tissue laboratories use chemicals throughout specimen handling, tissue processing, staining and slide preparation. Depending on the procedures and ventilation in use, workers may be exposed to airborne chemical vapors.
Environmental Monitoring Tech provides chemical vapor monitoring badges with laboratory analysis for facilities evaluating potential workplace exposure to applicable airborne chemical vapors. EMT's badges provide laboratory-analyzed exposure data that can be compared with applicable occupational exposure limits.
The specific chemicals requiring monitoring depend on the materials and processes used at each facility. Employers should review current Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), applicable exposure limits and regulatory requirements when determining their monitoring needs.
Where Chemical Vapor Monitoring May Be Used
Chemical vapor monitoring may be applicable in areas such as:
- Anatomic and surgical pathology laboratories
- Histology and tissue processing laboratories
- Specimen grossing and cut-up stations
- Autopsy suites
- Staining and coverslipping areas
- Specimen storage and fixative handling areas
- Hospital, clinic and reference laboratories
- Veterinary pathology laboratories
- University and teaching laboratories
Chemical Vapors That May Be Encountered
Depending on the products and processes used at a facility, workers may potentially encounter chemical vapors such as:
Formaldehyde / Formalin
Formalin is a formaldehyde-based solution commonly used to preserve and fix tissue specimens. Formaldehyde vapor may be released where specimens are fixed, handled, grossed or stored. EMT's Formaldehyde badge monitors formaldehyde vapor in the air.
Xylene
A solvent commonly used in tissue processing, staining and coverslipping.
Other Chemical Vapors
Laboratories may use a variety of other reagents and solvents depending on their procedures. Review your SDSs to identify the chemicals used in your workplace and determine appropriate monitoring requirements.
Simple Chemical Vapor Monitoring
EMT chemical vapor monitoring badges provide a convenient method for collecting samples for laboratory analysis.
- No minimum order
- No account required
- Laboratory analysis included
- Standard turnaround is approximately one week after laboratory receipt
- Rush analysis may be available with prior approval and an additional fee
- Individual chemical monitoring options are available for numerous workplace vapors
Not Sure Which Chemical You Need to Monitor?
Start by reviewing the product or chemical Safety Data Sheet (SDS), particularly the composition/ingredients and exposure-control sections. Chemical names and CAS numbers can help identify the appropriate monitoring option.
You can also contact EMT and send your SDS for help identifying an available monitoring option.
Information provided by Environmental Monitoring Tech is for general informational purposes only. Monitoring requirements vary according to workplace conditions, chemicals, processes and applicable regulations. Employers should follow applicable regulatory requirements and qualified workplace safety guidance.
