Osmium Tetroxide

Osmium tetroxide is commonly used as an oxidizing reagent for synthesis and as a staining agent for microscopy.  It is highly toxic and must be handled with great care to lower risk.  This SOP details safe handling procedures and hazard mitigation strategies.

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