chapter 1 An Overview of ICP-Mass Spectrometry -- chapter 2 Principles of Ion Formation -- chapter 3 Sample Introduction -- chapter 4 Plasma Source -- chapter 5 Interface Region -- chapter 6 The Ion Focusing System -- chapter 7 Mass Analyzers: Quadrupole Technology -- chapter 8 Mass Analyzers: Double-Focusing Magnetic Sector Technology -- chapter 9 Mass Analyzers: Time of Flight Technology -- chapter 10 Mass Analyzers: Collision/Reaction Cell Technology -- chapter 11 Detectors -- chapter 12 Peak Measurement Protocol -- chapter 13 Methods of Quantitation -- chapter 14 Review of Interferences -- chapter 15 Contamination Issues -- chapter 16 Routine Maintenance Issues -- chapter 17 Alternate Sampling Accessories -- chapter 18 ICP-MS Applications -- chapter 19 Comparing ICP-MS with Other Atomic Spectroscopic Techniques -- chapter 20 How to Select an ICP-Mass Spectrometer: Some Important Analytical Considerations -- chapter 21 Useful Contact Information.