A well counter is a specialized instrument used primarily in the field of nuclear medicine and radiation detection to measure the activity of radioactive samples. It is particularly effective in measuring low levels of radioactivity, making it essential for assays of radiopharmaceuticals and other small samples. The basic components of a well counter include: 1. **Detection Chamber**: The well, typically made of a scintillation material or a Geiger-Müller tube, is designed to hold the sample.
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