Laser desorption ionization
From Mass Spec Terms
| DRAFT DEFINITION |
| Laser desorption ionization |
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This term is used to describe the formation of any ionized species in the gas phase when a solid or liquid material is irradiated with a laser beam of which wavelength is absorbed by the material itself. In order to be distinguished from the term matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization, the term direct laser desorption/ionization is also used. |
| Considered between 2004 and 2006 but not included in the 2006 PAC submission |
| This is an unofficial draft definition presented for information and comment. |
