| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97662 | Forensic Science International | 2008 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
In a suicide committed using aluminium phosphide (AlP) the liberated toxic phosphine gas was detected in post-mortem specimens using a headspace gas chromatographic procedure with a nitrogen–phosphorous detector (HS-GC/NPD). At autopsy a direct sampling into airtight headspace vials for a later analysis is recommended. AlP has to be considered a potent pesticide and its use and availability should be restricted as much as possible.
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Authors
F. Musshoff, J. Preuss, E. Lignitz, B. Madea,