An LC-MS system typically consists of the following components:
Liquid Chromatograph: Responsible for separating the sample into its individual components. Ion Source: Converts the separated components into ions. Mass Analyzer: Separates the ions based on their mass-to-charge ratio. Detector: Detects the separated ions and generates a signal proportional to their abundance. Data System: Collects and analyzes the data to identify and quantify the compounds present in the sample.
