Microextraction techniques for occupational biological monitoring: Basic principles, current applications and future...

Area of Science:

• Analytical Chemistry
• Occupational Health
• Environmental Science

Background:

• Microextraction techniques (METs) are increasingly vital for chemical analysis due to their cost-effectiveness, robustness, and environmental benefits.
• While widely used in various fields, METs are underutilized in biological monitoring for occupational settings.
• Effective methods for determining occupational exposure indicators are crucial for managing workplace chemical risks.

Purpose of the Study:

• To comprehensively review and interpret the applications of METs in biological monitoring.
• To highlight the use of novel sorbents and liquids within these microextraction methods.
• To discuss future perspectives and identify occupational indicators lacking MET development.

Main Methods:

• Literature review focusing on microextraction techniques (METs).
• Analysis of applications in biological monitoring for occupational health.
• Identification of novel sorbents and liquid phases used in METs.
• Exploration of current and potential occupational exposure indicators.

Main Results:

• METs are recognized for their efficiency, low cost, and green chemistry principles.
• Significant potential exists for expanding MET applications in occupational biological monitoring.
• Novel sorbents and liquid phases are enhancing the capabilities of METs.

Conclusions:

• Microextraction techniques present a promising, sustainable approach for occupational biological monitoring.
• Further research and development are needed to broaden the scope of METs for various occupational indicators.
• Increased adoption of METs can improve worker safety and health management in occupational settings.