Flow techniques in the analysis of biological samples by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry – a review

Abstract

Our work presents numerous examples where coupling flow techniques with ICP-MS enabled obtaining promising results in biological sample analyses. Yet, such a connection is not commonly applied, and we hope to encourage scientists to benefit from it.

Design of C2-symmetric pseudopeptides for in vivo detection of Cu(ii) through controlled supramolecular nano-assembly

“…In previous years, many methods have been developed for the selective and sensitive recognition of Cu(II) ions, viz. electrochemical techniques, inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry, 31,32 inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy (ICP-AES), voltammetry, atomic absorption-emission spectroscopy, electrochemical luminescent sensing, 33 colorimetric methods, 34 and fluorescent detection. 35,36 Among these methods, a technique based on fluorescent probes has emerged as a convenient approach because of its high sensitivity, easy availability, low limit of detection, quick response time, and low cost.…”