FIG. 25 depicts a sample extractor 1100 which may be employed with a sample element such as those shown in FIGS. 23-24 or 24A-24B. The sample extractor has a sample element holder 1102 which is configured to hold the sample element 1000/1200, and an extractor drive 1104 which is depicted schematically and may comprise a spring-loaded lance drive, a laser, or other components suitable for the lanci