Department of Atomic Energy has developed an instrument called Fluorimeter to measure traces of uranium in water.

• The device is capable of examining traces of uranium in water from 0.1 PPB (Parts Per Billion) unit to 100 PPB.
• It is highly portable and will cost around Rs. 1 Lakh.
• As per Atomic Energy Regulatory Board, the permissible radiological limit of Uranium in water is 60 PPB for drinking water.
• Uranium may cause thyroid cancer, blood cancer, depression and other serious ailments.