Microprobe Analysis in Human Pathology

Authors

D. Baker, Duke University
K. G. Kupke, Duke University
P. Ingram, Duke University
V. L. Roggli, Duke University
J. D. Shelburne, Duke University

Abstract

This tutorial paper reviews the literature on the application of microprobe analysis to practical problems in diagnostic human pathology. The goal is to allow the reader ready access to the literature on specific clinical problems. Specimen preparation and commonly encountered artifacts are also considered. It is concluded that energy dispersive x-ray microanalysis and backscattered electron imaging are at present the most generally useful microprobe techniques for clinical work, and are no longer solely research tools. The findings often have diagnostic, therapeutic, and/or legal implications.

Recommended Citation

Baker, D.; Kupke, K. G.; Ingram, P.; Roggli, V. L.; and Shelburne, J. D. (1985) "Microprobe Analysis in Human Pathology," Scanning Electron Microscopy: Vol. 1985: No. 2, Article 17.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/electron/vol1985/iss2/17