ICP-MS

Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) is an analytical technique used to detect and measure tiny amounts of chemical elements in a sample. The process involves atomizing the sample into a plasma—an extremely hot, ionized gas—where elements become charged particles. These ions are then directed into a mass spectrometer, which sorts them based on their mass-to-charge ratio. ICP-MS is highly sensitive and precise, making it ideal for environmental testing, food safety, and medical research, allowing scientists to identify trace levels of elements like metals and minerals accurately.