A method and apparatus for of determining a formation parameter of interest. The image sensor further comprises sampling and readout circuitry that includes, for each group of columns in the pixel array, a corresponding set of two or more column circuits. The peripheral frame comprises a first U-shaped frame portion and a second U-shaped frame portion wherein the first U-shaped frame portion and the second U-shaped frame portion each have first and second ends. The sample is brought into contact with the coating for a limited time so that all the analytes that pass through the boundary layer are adsorbed by the coating. Finally, the game further includes a plurality of cards, each card having a side with a written scenario illustrating a rule of golf and having instructions for adjusting the score determined by the roll of the dice.