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Microprobe analysis in human pathology.

D Baker, K G Kupke, P Ingram

Scanning Electron Microscopy

|January 1, 1985

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Microprobe analysis, including energy dispersive x-ray microanalysis and back-scattered electron imaging, is now a practical tool for diagnostic human pathology. These techniques offer valuable insights with diagnostic, therapeutic, and legal implications.

Area of Science:

Pathology
Materials Science
Analytical Chemistry

Background:

Microprobe analysis has advanced beyond research applications.
Diagnostic human pathology benefits from detailed elemental and morphological analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the literature on microprobe analysis in diagnostic human pathology.
To provide access to clinical problem-specific literature.
To discuss specimen preparation and artifacts.

Main Methods:

Literature review of microprobe analysis applications.
Focus on energy dispersive x-ray microanalysis (EDXMA).
Inclusion of back-scattered electron imaging (BSEI).

Main Results:

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EDXMA and BSEI are highly useful for clinical pathology.
Microprobe techniques are now practical diagnostic tools.
Findings have diagnostic, therapeutic, and legal relevance.

Conclusions:

Microprobe analysis is integral to modern diagnostic pathology.
EDXMA and BSEI are the most versatile techniques.
These methods have significant clinical implications.