Inflow instrument for an ion analyzer coupled to a rapid evaporation ionization mass spectrometry ('REIMS') device

摘要

An inflow conduit for a first device 1 for generating aerosol, smoke, or vapor 5 from one or more regions of a target and an ion analyzer or mass spectrometer through which the aerosol, smoke, or vapor 5 passes An apparatus is disclosed that includes an inlet conduit having an inlet and a venturi pump configuration configured and adapted to direct aerosol, smoke, or steam 5 toward the inlet.