Ionomics, also known as Elemental Analysis, is the large-scale study of mineral nutrients and trace elements in biological systems, enabling characterization of their role in metabolism, cellular function, and mechanisms underlying altered biological states. The ionome is highly dynamic, shaped by genetic, environmental, and physiological factors, influencing cellular ion homeostasis, changes across stages of disease-relevant models, and stress-response biology.
Beyond elemental quantification, ionomics reveals the functional regulation of ions and their interplay with biochemical networks. Advanced techniques like inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) enable high-sensitivity profiling of essential elements (e.g., calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc) and toxic metals (e.g., lead, cadmium).
Trace element patterns and imbalances are associated with metabolic and cardiovascular disease-relevant cohorts, positioning ionomics as a valuable approach for biomarker discovery and molecular stratification in translational research.
At oloBion, we provide cutting-edge ionomics services for Agriculture & Food Science and Environmental & Ecology. Using ICP-MS and bioinformatics, we deliver precise elemental profiling, helping researchers decode the ionome’s role in biological function, biotechnology, and environmental adaptation.
Technique: LECO CN828
Carbono_Carbon (C), Nitrógeno_Nitrogen (N) (%)
Technique: LECO CN828
Proteins (DW)(%), Proteins (FW)(%), Organic Matter (DW)(%), Organic Matter (FW)(%)
Technique: MP-AES
Method: SOP02 Ed.3
Quantification (mEq/100g) of Calcium (Ca), Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg), Sodium (Na)
Technique: Olsen
Elemental analysis of soluble phosphorus (P) in soil by Olsen method (mg/kg)
Technique: MP-AES
Method: SOP03 Ed.2
Quantification (mg/kg) of Calcium (Ca), Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg), Sodium (Na), Boron(B), Copper (Cu), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Phosphorus (P), Zinc (Zn)
Oxididative forms (%) of Phosphorus pentoxide (P2O5), Potassium oxide (K2O), Calcium oxide (CaO), Magnesium oxide (MgO), Sodium oxide (Na2O)
Technique: MP-AES
Method: SOP01 Ed.3
Quantification (mg/kg) of Calcium (Ca), Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg), Sodium (Na), Boron(B), Copper (Cu), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Phosphorus (P), Zinc (Zn)
Technique: MP-AES
Quantification of macro and/or micro elements based on the client’s request
More applications: Lipidomics | Metabolomics | Proteomics | ADME – DMPK | Bioinformatics | Olink® | Caroteomics | Nutritional analysis
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