What is Osmolality?

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Paper and Publications
The following bibliography contains topics such as Osmometry and Freezing Point Depression.

Articles and Papers
The Physical Chemistry, Theory and Techniques of Freezing Point
Determination: This 16-page publication provides an overview of the fundamentals of the physical chemistry of solutions as well as freezing point theory and technique. Useful for anyone operating osmometry equipment or using osmolality as a diagnostic tool. Courtesy of Advanced Instruments, Inc.
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Osmometry Revisited
This 20-page pamphlet provides a practical synopsis of the clinical uses of osmometry. It includes a useful introduction to the subject as well as summaries regarding osmolality for blood, urine, and related applications. David H. Lobdell PhD
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Using Osmometry
This 14-page paper descibes a number of laboratory exercises used to instruct students on uses of osmometry. Includes a demonstration experiment complete with water balance calculations designed to lead the student through logical development of the volume and osmolar changes following ingestion of an osmotic load. Allen C. Norton, PhD, University of Southern California
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Osmometry
An overview of Osmometry including several case studies and an evaluation of the importance of stat osmometry in modern-day diagnostic medical applications. Robert Dufour, M.D.
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Applications of Freezing Point Osmometry
A brief introductory pamphlet that summarizes a variety of clinical applications of osmolality. Courtesy of Advanced Instruments, Inc.
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Physical Chemistry Review Chapter 1
A comparative discussion of the methods used to measure the concentration of solids in liquids.
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Technology Adoption Lifecycle
A synopsis of Point-of-Case Testing and the acceptance or avoidance of technological risk within certain types of institutions.
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Tonicity, Osmoticity, Osmolality and Osmolarity Chapter 79
A technical discussion of the physiological mechanisms which control water intake and output, including detailed appendices.
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