Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy for specimen analysis

Details Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy for specimen analysis Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy for specimen analysis

2006-08-15

2006-08-15

Pham, Hoa Q. (Department: 2877)

Optics: measuring and testing

By dispersed light spectroscopy

With sample excitation

C250S461200

Reexamination Certificate

active

07092087

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed to an apparatus, a system and a method for detecting the presence or absence of trace elements in a biological sample using Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy. The trace elements are used to develop a signature profile which is analyzed directly or compared with the known profile of a standard. In one aspect of the invention, the apparatus, system and method are used to detect malignant cancer cells in vivo.

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