Analysis

Sample analysis by mass spectrometry involves sample introduction, ionization, mass analysis, detection and recording. Any mass spectrometer comprises of five components to measure (‘weigh’) the mass of the sample, namely sample inlet, ionization source, mass analyzer, detector and recorder. The choice of the mass spectrometer for analysis mainly depends on the properties of the sample. Each of the five mass spectrometer components will be discussed briefly along with the current capabilities of the laboratory