ICP-MS Success: Method Optimization, Maintenance and Troubleshooting Tips

Innovations in ICP-MS instrumentation improve robustness, performance, and ease of use, however, obtaining accurate results and addressing sample failures are challenges that cannot be addressed through innovation alone. Reducing systematic errors and streamlining workflow processes are part of the equation in figuring out how to obtain accuracy and achieving productivity goals. The other part of the equation is developing an optimized analytical method and analyzing data to identify troubleshooting and maintenance measures. In Part 4 of this webinar series, tips and tricks for method development and daily operation will be discussed including the following topics for successful day-to-day operation of the ICP-MS: • Instrument tuning, performance report analysis, and measures to address failed performance specifications • Pre-analysis inspection routines • Method optimization with example applications for environmental and industrial samples • Data analysis and troubleshooting failed results • Preventive and routine maintenance Key learning objectives • Learn about new software features for easy instrument tuning according to the sample matrices. • How to address failures in performance report specifications prior to analysis to avoid sample failures. • Pre-analysis inspection routines to ensure successful analysis. • How to develop an optimized method including operating parameters, QC protocol, and interference correction techniques. • Troubleshoot failed sample results and performing routine and preventive maintenance.