Isotopic and Nuclear Analytical Techniques in Biological Systems: A Critical Study PART IX. Neutron Activation Analysis

Abstract

Neutron activation (NAA) methods applied to the analysis of biological samples are reviewed. Methods covered include instrumental neutron activation (INAA), prompt gamma NAA(PGNAA), radiochemical NAA(RNAA) and pre-irradiation separation methods (CNAA). The use of epithermal neutrons, fast neutrons, and applications to in vivo studies are also discussed. © 1995 IUPAC