I used ICP - OES for determining the heavy metals content in feed stuff and some raw materials. However, it raises a problem when dealing with salt material( ~96%). Since the amount of heavy metals ( Pb, Cd, Hg, As) in our samples is extremely low ( about 0.001ppm) so dilution can not be solve the problem as reduce the salt media.
I was searched for solution then some suggest use FAAS for kind of sediment. However I think it not work out in my situation.
Therefore, I wonder if someone have any idea for solving this problem.
Thank you in advance.