Mass spectrometry imaging Safety

Sample preparation:

Read and follow all necessary safety rules for handling biological samples and chemicals/safe work in a biological/chemical laboratory according to the Weizmann safety regulations:

Biological Samples:

https://www.weizmann.ac.il/safety/safety-subjects/biological-safety/safety-guidelines-biological-lab

 

Chemicals:

https://www.weizmann.ac.il/safety/safety-subjects/chemical-safety/general-guidelines

 

 

MALDI imaging instruments:

A MALDI imaging mass spectrometer uses a UV laser for ionization is a high-vacuum instrument. Use or work in the instrument laboratories is allowed only after reading and in accordance to the Weizmann safety regulations.

 

Laser:

https://www.weizmann.ac.il/safety/safety-subjects/laser-safety/laser-device-use-weizmann-institute-science