Orbitrap Mass Spectrometry
Orbitrap mass spectrometry is a powerful technique used in analytical chemistry to identify and measure molecules in a sample. It uses an electric and magnetic field to accelerate and separate molecules according to their mass-to-charge ratio. The molecules are then detected by a detector and the mass spectrum of the sample is obtained. This technique is highly sensitive and accurate, allowing for the precise identification of molecules in complex mixtures, including proteins, metabolites, and other molecules. It is used in many areas of research, including food science, metabolomics, proteomics, biochemistry, and drug discovery. It is increasingly being used to detect and quantify low levels of molecules in biological samples, such as tumor biomarkers, as well as to screen for contaminants in food and other products.
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