Comments on 'Flow-injection analysis an idea incomplete?'
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Comments on Flow-injection Analysis
Commentary
Author Information
Author(s): C. Riley, B. F. Rocks
Primary Institution: School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, University of Sussex and Biochemistry Department, Royal Sussex County Hospital
Conclusion
The commentary addresses inaccuracies in a previous article about flow-injection analysis (FIA) and highlights its advantages over segmented-flow analysis (SFA).
Supporting Evidence
- FIA systems can analyze samples much faster than SFA systems.
- FIA requires less reagent and sample compared to SFA.
- FIA calibration curves are usually linear, contrary to claims made by critics.
Takeaway
This article talks about how flow-injection analysis is better than segmented-flow analysis for certain tests, and it corrects some wrong ideas about FIA.
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