MSLIon {BioNovoGene.Analytical.MassSpectrometry.Assembly.ASCII.MSL}

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MSLIon

Description

The MSL (Mass Spectrometry Library) mass spectrum file format is a data format used to store mass spectrometry data, particularly for libraries of reference spectra. These libraries are used to identify unknown compounds by comparing their mass spectra against the reference spectra in the library. The MSL format is commonly used in the field of mass spectrometry for the following purposes: 1. Storage of Reference Spectra: MSL files contain reference mass spectra for known compounds, which can be used for compound identification. 2. Data Exchange: The format allows for the exchange of mass spectrometry data between different software platforms and instruments. 3. Library Creation: Researchers can create custom libraries of mass spectra for specific applications, such as metabolomics, proteomics, or environmental analysis. 4. Quality Control: MSL files can be used to ensure the quality of mass spectrometry data by providing standardized reference spectra for comparison. The MSL file format typically includes the following components: - Header Information: This section contains metadata about the file, such as the date of creation, the source of the spectra, and any relevant comments. - Spectrum Information: Each spectrum in the file is accompanied by information such as the compound name, molecular weight, retention time, and other identifying characteristics. - Peak List: The core of the MSL file is the list of mass-to-charge ratio (m/z) values and their corresponding intensities for each spectrum. These peaks represent the fragmentation pattern of the compound. - Additional Metadata: Depending on the application, the MSL file may also include additional metadata such as chemical structure information, fragmentation rules, or analytical conditions. MSL files are typically generated by mass spectrometry software and can be read by various programs designed for mass spectrometry data analysis. Some popular software tools that can handle MSL files include: - MassHunter: A software suite from Agilent Technologies for mass spectrometry data acquisition and analysis. - Maven: An open-source software tool for LC-MS data processing and analysis. - NIST MS Search: A software program from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for searching and identifying compounds using mass spectrometry data. When working with MSL files, it's important to ensure that the software being used is compatible with the specific version of the MSL format, as there may be variations in the file structure depending on the software and instrument used to generate the data.

Declare

            
# namespace BioNovoGene.Analytical.MassSpectrometry.Assembly.ASCII.MSL
export class MSLIon {
   CASNO: string;
   Comment: string;
   Contributor: string;
   Formula: string;
   # the MSLIon.Name of the internal standard metabolite.
   IS: string;
   MW: double;
   Name: string;
   Nist: string;
   Peaks: ms2[];
   RI: string;
   RT: Nullable`1;
   Source: string;
}

        

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1. use by property member Peaks: ms2
2. use by property member RT: Nullable`1

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