virtauskammio
Virtauskammio, often translated as flow cell, is a chamber or channel within a scientific instrument designed to hold a sample for analysis while a fluid stream passes through it. This controlled fluid movement is crucial for various analytical techniques, enabling continuous sample delivery, reagent mixing, and waste removal. Virtauskammiot are commonly found in instruments such as spectrophotometers, flow cytometers, and microfluidic devices. Their design allows for precise control over the sample environment, facilitating accurate and repeatable measurements. The dimensions of a virtauskammio can vary significantly depending on the application, ranging from microscopic channels in microfluidics to larger volumes in analytical instruments. Materials used in their construction are typically chosen for their inertness and optical properties, such as glass, quartz, or specific polymers, to avoid interfering with the analysis. The efficient and predictable flow within the chamber is essential for obtaining reliable data in many scientific and medical diagnostic processes.