When conducting air sampling—particularly for the analysis of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)—choosing the right sampling material is essential. A commonly used option is the Tedlar bag. But are these gas sampling bags truly suitable for collecting VOCs? In this article, we take a closer look at the properties of Tedlar bags and explain why this […]
In optics and ophthalmology, various types of self-adhesive foils are applied to eyeglass lenses to influence or correct vision. Two commonly used options are the Bangerter occlusion foil and the Fresnel prism foil. Although they may look similar, they serve very different purposes. Bangerter Occlusion Foil – to Suppress Vision Bangerter occlusion foils are translucent […]
If you intend to reuse Tedlar bags, it is essential that they are cleaned properly. As mentioned in our previous blog, our recommendation is not to reuse Tedlar bags (or any other type of sampling bag such as multi-foil, Kynar, or Teflon bags). However, if you do choose to reuse them, please carefully follow the […]
Tedlar bags are used worldwide for the temporary storage of air and gas samples in applications such as odor research, emission measurements, and environmental analysis. A frequently asked question is: Are Tedlar bags reusable? Reuse is possible, but with important considerations Although Tedlar gas sampling bags can theoretically be reused, this is only recommended under […]
Restoring the Lost Sense: PRP Therapy for Olfactory Dysfunction? For millions of people affected by COVID-19, the loss of smell has been more than a minor inconvenience — it’s a life-altering condition that impacts everything from appetite to emotional well-being and safety. While many patients gradually regain their sense of smell, a significant number continue […]
A smell identification test is a type of olfactory assessment in which different odors must be recognized and named by the test subject. In other words, it involves the identification of the presented odors. Although these tests come in various formats and contain different odors, their core principle remains the same: the test subject is […]
Would you like to apply a prism foil to your glasses, and does your prescription say “base temporal” or “base nasal”?On this page, we explain what these terms mean and how to correctly apply the prism adhesive foil to your lens. Base Temporal Prism Adhesive Foil The word temporal comes from the Latin word tempora, […]
The Sensonics smell tests such as the UPSIT smell test and B-SIT have a expiration date of 6 months at the moment of production. This means that the expiration date at the moment of delivery is shorter, but of course we always do our best to ship tests with the longest expiration date possible. This […]
The trigeminal nerve, the largest of the cranial nerves, plays a crucial role in various sensory functions, including taste perception. This blog post will delve into the intricacies of trigeminal function and its relationship to taste testing. Understanding trigeminal function The trigeminal nerve is responsible for transmitting sensory information from the face, mouth, and teeth […]
Androstenone is one of the most fascinating—and polarizing—compounds in the world of scent. Found in human sweat, saliva, and urine, as well as in pigs, this steroidal pheromone has been studied for its potential role in attraction, mood, and social signaling. For some, it’s an alluring aroma; for others, it’s downright offensive. But what exactly […]
