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A Rapid Method for the Determination of Sodium and Potassium
| Product | Dry Ash Method | Rapid Method |
|---|---|---|
| Weiner | 163±5 (3.1) |
158±2 (1.3) |
| Bologna | 169±3 (1.8) |
164±3 (1.8) |
| Tuna | 171±3 (1.8) |
168±3 (1.8) |
| Peas | 75±1 (1.3) |
73±2 (2.7) |
| Corn | 196±2 (1.0) |
191±2 (1.0) |
| Carrots | 106±1 (0.9) |
104±1 (1.0) |
| Green Beans | 105±1 (1.0) |
102±2 (2.0) |
| NBS-1577 Liver Powder Std* | 989±2 (0.2) |
1004±19 (1.9) |
Results expresse in mg/100g, mean±S.D., n=6 ( ) = coefficient of variation, %
* The second laboratory also analysed this standard 970 943
