November 2012

Journal

Trace metal mapping by laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy

By:
Kaiser, Jozef ; Novotny, Karel; Hrdlicka, A; Malina, R; Hartl, M; Kizek, R; Adam, V
Journal Name:
Surface Science Reports
Page Number:
233-243
Volume:
67
Issue Number:
11-12
Publication Date:
November 2012
View DOI Listing:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surfrep.2012.09.001

Abstract

Abstract: Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) is a sensitive optical technique capable of fast multi-elemental analysis of solid, gaseous and liquid samples. The potential applications of lasers for spectrochemical analysis were developed shortly after its invention; however the massive development of LIBS is connected with the availability of powerful pulsed laser sources. Since the late 80s of 20th century LIBS dominated the analytical atomic spectroscopy scene and its application are developed continuously. Here we review the utilization of LIBS for trace elements mapping in different matrices. The main emphasis is on trace metal mapping in biological samples.