The Potential use of SIFT-MS as a breath diagnostic tool
dc.contributor.advisor | Ross, Brian | |
dc.contributor.author | Hryniuk, Alexa | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2012-05-14T20:17:05Z | |
dc.date.available | 2012-05-14T20:17:05Z | |
dc.date.created | 2009 | |
dc.date.issued | 2009 | |
dc.identifier.uri | http://knowledgecommons.lakeheadu.ca/handle/2453/141 | |
dc.description.abstract | The measurement of volatile chemicals in human breath has recently emerged as a non-invasive technique with the potential for the early diagnosis of disease. A benefit of early diagnosis is that treatment plans including lifestyle changes can be implemented earlier, which will lead to improved patient outcomes. A novel gas analysis technique called selected ion flow tube mass spectrometry (SIFT-MS) offers a more rapid breath analysis process without the need for calibration. The SIFT-MS technique is currently being investigated as to its potential to be used as a diagnostic tool for various diseases. | en_US |
dc.language.iso | en_US | en_US |
dc.subject | Lungs | en_US |
dc.subject | Cancer | en_US |
dc.subject | Diagnosis | en_US |
dc.subject | Research | en_US |
dc.subject | Celiac disease | en_US |
dc.subject | Breath tests | en_US |
dc.subject | Health aspects | en_US |
dc.subject | Mass spectrometry | en_US |
dc.title | The Potential use of SIFT-MS as a breath diagnostic tool | en_US |
dc.type | Thesis | en_US |
etd.degree.name | Master of Science | en_US |
etd.degree.level | Master | en_US |
etd.degree.discipline | Biology | en_US |
etd.degree.grantor | Lakehead University | en_US |