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Title: The development and evolution of biological AMS at Livermore: a perspective

Journal Article · · Bioanalysis
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  1. Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA (United States)

Biological accelerator mass spectrometry (AMS) provides ultrasensitive carbon-14 isotopic analysis enabling a deeper understanding of human health concerns by enabling quantification of pharmacokinetics and other molecular endpoints directly in humans. It enables environmentally and human relevant studies of metabolic pathways through the use of very low concentrations of labeled metabolic substrates in cells and organisms. Here, we discuss why AMS is an important tool for the biosciences, the development and evolution of biological AMS at Livermore and discuss technical refinements that will improve the efficiency of operation for the measurement of ultra-trace levels of 14C, which, long term, will enable greater ease of use and sample throughput.

Research Organization:
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), Livermore, CA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
Grant/Contract Number:
AC52-07NA27344
OSTI ID:
2566953
Report Number(s):
LLNL--JRNL-2001835
Journal Information:
Bioanalysis, Journal Name: Bioanalysis Journal Issue: 5 Vol. 17; ISSN 1757-6180
Publisher:
Future Science GroupCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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