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Manokasemsan W, Jariyasopit N, Poungsombat P, Kaewnarin K, Wanichthanarak K, Kurilung A, Duangkumpha K, Limjiasahapong S, Pomyen Y, Chaiteerakij R, Tansawat R, Srisawat C, Sirivatanauksorn Y, Sirivatanauksorn V, Khoomrung S. Quantifying fecal and plasma short-chain fatty acids in healthy Thai individuals. Comput Struct Biotechnol J 2024; 23:2163-2172. [PMID: 38827233 PMCID: PMC11141283 DOI: 10.1016/j.csbj.2024.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2024] [Revised: 05/06/2024] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/04/2024] Open
Abstract
Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are involved in important physiological processes such as gut health and immune response, and changes in SCFA levels can be indicative of disease. Despite the importance of SCFAs in human health and disease, reference values for fecal and plasma SCFA concentrations in healthy individuals are scarce. To address this gap in current knowledge, we developed a simple and reliable derivatization-free GC-TOFMS method for quantifying fecal and plasma SCFAs in healthy individuals. We targeted six linear- and seven branched-SCFAs, obtaining method recoveries of 73-88% and 83-134% in fecal and plasma matrices, respectively. The developed methods are simpler, faster, and more sensitive than previously published methods and are well suited for large-scale studies. Analysis of samples from 157 medically confirmed healthy individuals showed that the total SCFAs in the feces and plasma were 34.1 ± 15.3 µmol/g and 60.0 ± 45.9 µM, respectively. In fecal samples, acetic acid (Ace), propionic acid (Pro), and butanoic acid (But) were all significant, collectively accounting for 89% of the total SCFAs, whereas the only major SCFA in plasma samples was Ace, constituting of 93% of the total plasma SCFAs. There were no statistically significant differences in the total fecal and plasma SCFA concentrations between sexes or among age groups. The data revealed, however, a positive correlation for several nutrients, such as carbohydrate, fat, iron from vegetables, and water, to most of the targeted SCFAs. This is the first large-scale study to report SCFA reference intervals in the plasma and feces of healthy individuals, and thereby delivers valuable data for microbiome, metabolomics, and biomarker research.
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- Weerawan Manokasemsan
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- SingHealth Duke-NUS Institute of Biodiversity Medicine, National Cancer Centre Singapore, Singapore
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- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Translational Research Unit, Chulabhorn Research Institute, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Center of Excellence for Innovation and Endoscopy in Gastrointestinal Oncology, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Chulalongkorn University, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
- Department of Food and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Metabolomics for Life Sciences Research Unit, Chulalongkorn University, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Center of Research Excellent in Metabolomics and Systems Biology (SiCORE-MSB), Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Siriraj Metabolomics and Phenomics Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
- Thailand Metabolomics Society, Bangkok, Thailand
- Center of Excellence for Innovation in Chemistry (PERCH-CIC), Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Kurashov Y, Pochivalov A, Petrova A, Safonova E, Garmonov S, Bulatov A. Supramolecular solvents based on hydrophobic natural deep eutectic solvents and primary amines for preconcentration and determination of enrofloxacin in milk. Talanta 2024; 279:126666. [PMID: 39116727 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2024.126666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2024] [Revised: 07/31/2024] [Accepted: 08/02/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024]
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In this work, coacervation in primary amines solutions with hydrophobic natural deep eutectic solvents based on terpenoids and carboxylic acids was demonstrated for the first time. A liquid-phase microextraction approach was developed based on supramolecular solvent formation with primary amine acting as amphiphile and hydrophobic deep eutectic solvent making up mixed vesicles and serving as coacervation agent. Such supramolecular solvents could be used to separate wide range of substances from different aqueous media, such as food products, biological liquids and wastewaters. It is important that both hydrophobic and ionic interactions with supramolecular aggregates take place ensuring synergetic effect and better extraction ability, which is significant in separating relatively polar analytes. Different primary amines and deep eutectic solvents were investigated for liquid-phase microextraction of proof-of-concept amphoteric analyte (enrofloxacin, widely used veterinary fluoroquinolone antibiotic) and its determination by high-performance liquid chromatography with fluorescence detection using Shimadzu LC-20 Prominence chromatograph and RF-20A fluorescence detector. It was found that the supramolecular solvent based on 1-nonylamine, formed after addition of a deep eutectic solvent based on menthol and hexanoic acid (molar ratio of 1:1), provided maximum extraction recovery (85 %) and maximum enrichment factor (34). To characterize the extraction system, the composition of the phases was investigated, and cryo-transmission electron microscopy images were obtained. Vesicular aggregates were observed in the supramolecular solvent. The extraction mechanism was proposed in terms of formation of mixed aggregates to capture the analyte. Limit of detection was found to be 7 μg kg-1, while linear range of 20-250 μg kg-1 was established. Relative standard deviation values were lower than 7 %. Relative bias did not exceed 12 %.
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- Yaroslav Kurashov
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Certification and Quality Management, National Research Technological University, 68 Karl Marx Street, Kazan, 420015, Russia; Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, Saint-Petersburg University St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya Nab., St. Petersburg, 199034, Russia.
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, Saint-Petersburg University St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya Nab., St. Petersburg, 199034, Russia
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, Saint-Petersburg University St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya Nab., St. Petersburg, 199034, Russia
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, Saint-Petersburg University St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya Nab., St. Petersburg, 199034, Russia
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Certification and Quality Management, National Research Technological University, 68 Karl Marx Street, Kazan, 420015, Russia
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, Saint-Petersburg University St. Petersburg State University, 7/9 Universitetskaya Nab., St. Petersburg, 199034, Russia
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Norouzi H, Dastan D, Abdullah FO, Al-Qaaneh AM. Recent advances in methods of extraction, pre-concentration, purification, identification, and quantification of kaempferol. J Chromatogr A 2024; 1735:465297. [PMID: 39243588 DOI: 10.1016/j.chroma.2024.465297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2024] [Revised: 08/21/2024] [Accepted: 08/22/2024] [Indexed: 09/09/2024]
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As a naturally widely-occurring dietary, cosmetic, and therapeutic flavonoid, kaempferol has gained much consideration for its nutritional and pharmaceutical properties in recent years. Although there have been performed a high number of studies associated with different aspects of kaempferol's analytical investigations, the lack of a comprehensive summary of the various methods and other plant sources that have been reported for this compound is being felt, especially for many biological applications. This study, aimed to provide a detailed compilation consisting of sources (plant species) and analytical information that was precisely related to the natural flavonoid (kaempferol). There is a trend in analytical research that supports the application of modern eco-friendly instruments and methods. In conclusion, ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) is the most general advanced method used widely today for the extraction of kaempferol. During recent years, there is an increasing tendency towards the identification of kaempferol by different methods.
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- Hooman Norouzi
- Department of Botany, University of Innsbruck, Sternwartestraße 15, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Medicinal Plants and Natural Products Research Center, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, Iran.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Salahaddin University-Erbil, Erbil, Iraq; Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq.
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- Department of Allied Health Sciences, Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU), Al-Salt 19117 Jordan
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Nuwongsa I, Markmee T, Pholpo N, Chockjamsai M, Monum T, Amornlertwatana Y, Tajai P. Paraquat Poisoning: Insights from Autopsy, Histology, and Liquid Chromatography with Tandem Mass Spectrometry in Multidisciplinary Forensic Toxicology Practice. TOXICS 2024; 12:675. [PMID: 39330603 PMCID: PMC11435590 DOI: 10.3390/toxics12090675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2024] [Revised: 09/13/2024] [Accepted: 09/13/2024] [Indexed: 09/28/2024]
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The herbicide paraquat (PQ) is responsible for a significant number of fatalities resulting from self-poisoning. Nevertheless, only a limited number of comprehensive studies focusing on fatal PQ poisoning, which include examination of autopsy findings, histopathology, and quantitative analysis of post-mortem samples, have been published. This study aimed to evaluate autopsy findings, histopathology, and quantitative analysis of PQ in post-mortem human serum samples using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), a simple, sensitive, and specific method. Autopsies were performed on all deaths due to PQ poisoning, and serum samples were sent to the toxicology laboratory for chemical analysis. The method was successfully applied to seven human serum samples, and the results indicate its reliability for detecting PQ. The study reports fatal serum PQ levels ranging from 0.5 to 372.0 µg/mL. The comprehensive data presented in this study can be useful for further research and practical applications.
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- Department of Forensic Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand; (I.N.); (T.M.); (N.P.); (M.C.); (T.M.); (Y.A.)
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Sahare T, Sahoo BN, Jaiswal S, Rana S, Joshi A. An account of the current status of point-of-care lateral flow tests for kidney biomarker detection. Analyst 2024. [PMID: 39221602 DOI: 10.1039/d4an00806e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Globally, the primary causes of mortality and morbidity related to kidney ailments can be classified as Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). Biomarker detection can have great potential to improve survival, lower mortality, and reduce the cost of treatment of kidney diseases. Considering the chronic nature of CKD, non-invasive identification and monitoring have proven to be useful. Biosensors and more specifically lateral flow test strips (LFTs) are regarded as the most desirable point-of-care instruments which have shown promise in elevating the healthcare industry to a new level. The major aspects of an ideal point-of-care (POC) lateral flow test include its cost effectiveness, high sensitivity and specificity, ease of use, quick result delivery, and quality control. This review provides a detailed account of recent developments, challenges, and opportunities in renal biomarker detection using LFTs including various approaches for sensitivity enhancement along with potential future advancements in POC and LFT kits.
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- Tileshwar Sahare
- Department of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore - 453552, Madhya Pradesh, India.
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- Department of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore - 453552, Madhya Pradesh, India.
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- Department of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore - 453552, Madhya Pradesh, India.
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- Department of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore - 453552, Madhya Pradesh, India.
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- Department of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Indore, Khandwa Road, Simrol, Indore - 453552, Madhya Pradesh, India.
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Świątek S, Czyrski A. Analytical Methods for Determining Psychoactive Substances in Various Matrices: A Review. Crit Rev Anal Chem 2024:1-27. [PMID: 39155524 DOI: 10.1080/10408347.2024.2388123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/20/2024]
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Psychoactive substances pose significant challenges and dangers to society due to their impact on perception, mood, and behavior, leading to health and life disturbances. The consumption of these substances is largely influenced by their legal status, cultural norms, and religious beliefs. Continuous development and chemical modifications of psychoactive substances complicate their control, detection, and determination in the human body. This paper addresses the terminological distinctions between psychoactive and psychotropic substances and drugs. It provides a comprehensive review of analytical methods used to identify and quantify 25 psychoactive substances in various biological matrices, including blood, urine, saliva, hair, and nails. The analysis categorizes these substances into four primary groups: stimulants, neuroleptics, depressants, and hallucinogens. The study specifically focuses on chromatographic and spectrophotometric methods, as well as other novel analytical techniques. Methodology includes a review of scientific articles containing validation studies of these methods and innovative approaches to psychoactive substance determination. Articles were sourced from the PubMed database, with most research originating from the twenty first century. The paper discusses the limits of detection and quantitation for each method, along with current trends and challenges in the analytical determination of evolving psychoactive substances.
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- Szymon Świątek
- Department of Physical Pharmacy and Pharmacokinetics, Poznań University of Medical Sciences, Poznań, Poland
- Doctoral School of Natural Sciences, Faculty of Geographical and Geological Sciences, Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Physical Pharmacy and Pharmacokinetics, Poznań University of Medical Sciences, Poznań, Poland
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Harsha Sri K, Ravisankar P, Kumar Konidala S, Srinivasa Babu P. Application of newly developed and validated LC-MS/MS method for pharmacokinetic study of adagrasib and pembrolizumab simultaneously in rat plasma. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci 2024; 1241:124171. [PMID: 38843708 DOI: 10.1016/j.jchromb.2024.124171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2024] [Revised: 05/05/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/17/2024]
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Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is a significant subtype of lung cancer, and poses a dangerous global threat. One of the current approaches of NSCLC treatment is a combination therapy of adagrasib and pembrolizumab. Accurate monitoring of these drug concentrations in biological fluids is critical for treatment efficacy. Since no method was reported for simultaneous estimation of these drugs, this study focuses on the development of a validated LC-MS/MS bioanalytical method for simultaneous quantification of Adagrasib and Pembrolizumab in rat plasma. The analytes were extracted from the biological matrix through liquid-liquid extraction techniques using acetonitrile as extraction solvent. The analytes were separated on a Waters X-bridge phenyl C18 column, with a mixture of acetonitrile: 0.1 % TFA in water (50: 50 v/v) as mobile phase at an isocratic flow rate of 1.0 mL/min with a runtime of about 5 min. Adagrasib (m/z 605.12 → 201.62), Pembrolizumab (m/z 146.32 → 85.15), and Sotorasib (m/z 561.59 → 218.92) were determined by recording the mass spectra through multiple reaction monitoring in positive mode. The method was validated according to USFDA guidelines. The results demonstrate satisfactory linearity with an r2 value of 0.9998 in the ranges of 40-800 and 10-200 ng/mL, accuracy with mean percentage recovery of 95.22-98.59 % and 96.98-98.57 %, precision indicated with %RSD ranged between 0.39-1.91 % and 0.85-9.03 % for Adagrasib and Pembrolizumab respectively, and other key parameters. The developed method can determine the pharmacokinetic parameters to indicate the efficacy and safety of the drugs, and also can quantify selected drugs simultaneously in biological samples.
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- Kamma Harsha Sri
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vignan's Foundation for Science Technology and Research, Vadlamudi, Guntur, A.P. 522213, India; Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Vignan Pharmacy College, Vadlamudi, Guntur, A.P. 522213, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Vignan Pharmacy College, Vadlamudi, Guntur, A.P. 522213, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Vignan's Foundation for Science Technology and Research, Vadlamudi, Guntur, A.P. 522213, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Vignan Pharmacy College, Vadlamudi, Guntur, A.P. 522213, India
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de Paula Meirelles G, Pereira E Silva J, Paranhos BAPB, Yonamine M. Development of a dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction method for the evaluation of maternal-fetal exposure to cocaine employing human umbilical cord tissue. J Anal Toxicol 2024; 48:263-272. [PMID: 38551067 DOI: 10.1093/jat/bkae025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024] Open
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Illicit drug use is a serious and complex public health problem, not only due to the severity of the health damage but also to the social implications, such as marginalization and drug trafficking. Currently, cocaine (COC) is among the most abused drugs worldwide with about 22 million users. Drug abuse has also been found in women during the pregnancy period, which has shed light on a new group for epidemiology. The diagnosis of COC use in these cases usually depends largely on the mother's reports, which in several cases omit or deny consumption. Therefore, considering physical-chemical methods of sample preparation and exposure biomarkers, the development of analytic toxicological methods can help to confirm drug use during pregnancy. Thus, the objective of the present work was to develop an analytical method based on dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction for the determination of COC analytes, using umbilical cord tissue as an alternative biological matrix, and detection by gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry. Therefore, after optimization, the dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction method was fully validated for quantification of COC, benzoylecgonine, cocaethylene, ecgonine, ecgonine methyl ester and norcocaine. The limits of detection were between 15 and 25 ng/g, the limits of quantification were 30 ng/g for ecgonine and 25 ng/g for the other analytes. Linearity ranged from the limits of quantification to 1,000 ng/g. Coefficients of variation for intra-assay precision were <18.5%, inter-assay was <8.75% and bias was <16.4% for all controls. The developed method was applied in 10 suspected positive samples, based on the mother's report and maternal urine screening and confirmation. COC, benzoylecgonine, ecgonine and ecgonine methyl ester were quantified in four umbilical cords with concentrations that ranged from 39.6 to 420.5 ng/g.
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- Gabriela de Paula Meirelles
- Department of Clinical and Toxicological Analyses, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of São Paulo, Av. Professor Lineu Prestes, 580, 13B, Sao Paulo, SP 05508-000, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical and Toxicological Analyses, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of São Paulo, Av. Professor Lineu Prestes, 580, 13B, Sao Paulo, SP 05508-000, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical and Toxicological Analyses, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of São Paulo, Av. Professor Lineu Prestes, 580, 13B, Sao Paulo, SP 05508-000, Brazil
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Muñoz-Prieto A, Cerón JJ, Tecles F, Cuervo MM, Contreras-Aguilar MD, Ayala I, Oudada-Guillén A, Pardo-Marín L, Hansen S. Measurement of Trace Elements (Zinc, Copper, Magnesium, and Iron) in the Saliva of Horses: Validation Data and Changes in Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS). Animals (Basel) 2024; 14:1724. [PMID: 38929343 PMCID: PMC11201168 DOI: 10.3390/ani14121724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2024] [Revised: 06/04/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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The objective of this study was to evaluate the possible use of spectrophotometric assays for the measurement of trace elements, including Zinc (Zn), Copper (Cu), Magnesium (Mg), and iron (Fe) in the saliva of horses and study their possible changes in equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS). EGUS is a highly prevalent disease, with a current high incidence due to the increase in intensive management conditions. There are two EGUS diseases: equine squamous gastric disease (ESGD) and equine glandular gastric disease (EGGD), which can appear individually or together. For this purpose, automated spectrophotometric assays for measuring these analytes in horse saliva were analytically validated. Then, these analytes were measured in the saliva of horses with only ESGD, only EGGD, both ESGD and EGGD and a group of healthy horses. The methods used to measure the analytes were precise and accurate. Horses diagnosed with EGGD presented significantly lower levels of Zn and Mg. Fe concentrations were significantly lower in the saliva of horses with ESGD and EGGD. Overall, these results indicate that there are changes in trace elements in saliva in EGUS that could reflect the physiopathological mechanisms involved in this process and open the possibility of using trace elements as biomarkers of this syndrome.
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- Alberto Muñoz-Prieto
- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum’, University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (J.J.C.); (F.T.); (M.D.C.-A.); (I.A.); (A.O.-G.); (L.P.-M.)
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum’, University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (J.J.C.); (F.T.); (M.D.C.-A.); (I.A.); (A.O.-G.); (L.P.-M.)
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum’, University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (J.J.C.); (F.T.); (M.D.C.-A.); (I.A.); (A.O.-G.); (L.P.-M.)
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- Department of Animal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary, University of Extremadura, Avda de la Universidad s/n, 10003 Cáceres, Spain;
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum’, University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (J.J.C.); (F.T.); (M.D.C.-A.); (I.A.); (A.O.-G.); (L.P.-M.)
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum’, University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (J.J.C.); (F.T.); (M.D.C.-A.); (I.A.); (A.O.-G.); (L.P.-M.)
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum’, University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (J.J.C.); (F.T.); (M.D.C.-A.); (I.A.); (A.O.-G.); (L.P.-M.)
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Regional Campus of International Excellence ‘Campus Mare Nostrum’, University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (J.J.C.); (F.T.); (M.D.C.-A.); (I.A.); (A.O.-G.); (L.P.-M.)
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- Section Medicine and Surgery, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Agrovej 8, 2630 Taastrup, Denmark;
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Pathak A, Verma N, Tripathi S, Mishra A, Poluri KM. Nanosensor based approaches for quantitative detection of heparin. Talanta 2024; 273:125873. [PMID: 38460425 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2024.125873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2023] [Revised: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024]
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Heparin, being a widely employed anticoagulant in numerus clinical complications, requires strict quantification and qualitative screening to ensure the safety of patients from potential threat of thrombocytopenia. However, the intricacy of heparin's chemical structures and low abundance hinders the precise monitoring of its level and quality in clinical settings. Conventional laboratory assays have limitations in sensitivity and specificity, necessitating the development of innovative approaches. In this context, nanosensors emerged as a promising solution due to enhanced sensitivity, selectivity, and ability to detect heparin even at low concentrations. This review delves into a range of sensing approaches including colorimetric, fluorometric, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy, and electrochemical techniques using different types of nanomaterials, thus providing insights of its principles, capabilities, and limitations. Moreover, integration of smart-phone with nanosensors for point of care diagnostics has also been explored. Additionally, recent advances in nanopore technologies, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have been discussed offering specificity against contaminants present in heparin to ensure its quality. By consolidating current knowledge and highlighting the potential of nanosensors, this review aims to contribute to the advancement of efficient, reliable, and economical heparin detection methods providing improved patient care.
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- Aakanksha Pathak
- Centre for Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Centre for Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology Unit, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, Jodhpur, 342011, Rajasthan, India
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- Centre for Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India; Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India.
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Kumar P, Anitha A, Das A, Deepalakshmi G, Suman P. Point-of-care impedimetric aptasensor to detect the luteinizing hormone. Mikrochim Acta 2024; 191:115. [PMID: 38286844 DOI: 10.1007/s00604-024-06191-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/31/2024]
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Luteinizing hormone (LH) is a useful biomarker for identifying ovulation events in the cows to predict the time of ovulation to achieve a high success rate of conception following artificial insemination. Although antibody-based radioimmunoassay and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay are being used for LH measurement, these techniques are expensive, time-consuming, and require expertise and sophisticated laboratory facilities. So, there is a need for a field-applicable, affordable, easy-to-use method for LH detection. For developing such a specific, quantitative, and inexpensive system, an aptamer-based smartphone-enabled aptasensor has been investigated. The aptamer was used instead of the antibody as a biorecognition element due to its comparative stability at ambient temperature, ease of synthesis, and cost-effectiveness. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy has been used to obtain label-free detection of LH within 20 min in ~ 20 μL sample volume. The screen-printed gold electrode is compatible with a smartphone-enabled miniaturized device (Sensit Smart; Palmsens BV, The Netherlands) and was fabricated with the aptamer to detect LH in biological fluids (limit of detection 0.80 and 0.61 ng/mL in buffer and undiluted/unprocessed serum, respectively, with the dynamic range of detection of 0.01 to 50 ng/mL). All the data were obtained in the 10 kHz to 0.10 Hz frequency range at a bias potential of 0.30 V with an alternating potential of 10 mV. The clinical relevance of the sensor was evaluated in 10 serum samples collected from dairy animals which established a high correlation with standard LH-ELISA (κ > 0.87). The aptasensor can be stored at room temperature for 30 days without any significant loss in electrochemical sensing ability.
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- Pankaj Kumar
- Animal Biotechnology Laboratory, National Institute of Animal Biotechnology, near Gowlidoddi Extended Q City Road, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, 500032, Telangana, India
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Laboratory, National Institute of Animal Biotechnology, near Gowlidoddi Extended Q City Road, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, 500032, Telangana, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Laboratory, National Institute of Animal Biotechnology, near Gowlidoddi Extended Q City Road, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, 500032, Telangana, India
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Laboratory, National Institute of Animal Biotechnology, near Gowlidoddi Extended Q City Road, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, 500032, Telangana, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Laboratory, National Institute of Animal Biotechnology, near Gowlidoddi Extended Q City Road, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, 500032, Telangana, India.
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India.
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Koch N, Jennotte O, Lechanteur A, Deville M, Charlier C, Cardot JM, Chiap P, Evrard B. An Intravenous Pharmacokinetic Study of Cannabidiol Solutions in Piglets through the Application of a Validated Ultra-High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography Coupled to Tandem Mass Spectrometry Method for the Simultaneous Quantification of CBD and Its Carboxylated Metabolite in Plasma. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:140. [PMID: 38276510 PMCID: PMC10820640 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16010140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2023] [Revised: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Cannabidiol (CBD) has multiple therapeutic benefits that need to be maximized by optimizing its bioavailability. Numerous formulations are therefore being developed and their pharmacokinetics need to be studied, requiring analytical methods and data from intravenous administration. As CBD is susceptible to hepatic metabolism, the requirement of any method is to quantify metabolites such as 7-COOH-CBD. We demonstrated that CBD and 7-COOH-CBD could be simultaneously and correctly quantified in piglet plasma by using an UHPLC-MS/MS technique. The validated method allowed for an accurate bioanalysis of an intravenously injected solution consisting of CBD-HPβCD complexes. The experimental pharmacokinetic profile of CBD showed multi-exponential decay characterized by a fast apparent distribution half-life (0.25 h) and an elimination half-life of two hours. The profile of 7-COOH-CBD was not linked with the first-pass metabolism, since 80% of the maximum metabolite concentration was reached at the first sampling time point, without any decrease during the period of study. A two-compartment model was optimal to describe the experimental CBD profile. This model allowed us to calculate macro-micro constants and volumes of distribution (Vss = 3260.35 ± 2286.66 mL) and clearance (1514.5 ± 261.16 mL·h-1), showing that CBD is rapidly distributed to peripheral tissues once injected and slowly released into the bloodstream.
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- Nathan Koch
- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (O.J.); (A.L.); (B.E.)
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (O.J.); (A.L.); (B.E.)
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (O.J.); (A.L.); (B.E.)
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- Department of Toxicology, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), Academic Hospital of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (M.D.); (C.C.); (P.C.)
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- Department of Toxicology, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), Academic Hospital of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (M.D.); (C.C.); (P.C.)
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- Department of Toxicology, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), Academic Hospital of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (M.D.); (C.C.); (P.C.)
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Medicines (CIRM), University of Liège, 4000 Liège, Belgium; (O.J.); (A.L.); (B.E.)
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Liu Y, Liu C, Han M, Yu N, Pan W, Wang J, Fan Z, Wang W, Li X, Gu X. Distribution and Elimination of Deltamethrin Toxicity in Laying Hens. Foods 2023; 12:4385. [PMID: 38137188 PMCID: PMC10743181 DOI: 10.3390/foods12244385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2023] [Revised: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Deltamethrin, an important pyrethroid insecticide, is frequently detected in human samples. This study aims to assess the potential effects of deltamethrin on human health and investigate the patterns of residue enrichment and elimination in 112 healthy laying hens. These hens were administered 20 mg·kg-1 deltamethrin based on their body weight. Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) was used to investigate the residue enrichment pattern and elimination pattern of deltamethrin in the hens. The results indicated a significant increase in the concentration of deltamethrin in chicken manure during the treatment period. By the 14th day of administration, the concentration of deltamethrin in the stool reached 13,510.9 ± 172.24 μg·kg-1, with a fecal excretion rate of 67.56%. The pulmonary deltamethrin concentration was the second highest at 3844.98 ± 297.14 μg·kg-1. These findings suggest that chicken feces contain substantial amounts of deltamethrin after 14 days of continuous administration, and that it can easily transfer to the lungs. After 21 days of drug withdrawal, the residual concentration of deltamethrin in the fat of laying hens was 904.25 ± 295.32 μg·kg-1, with a half-life of 17 days and a slow elimination rate. In contrast, the lungs showed relatively low elimination half-lives of 0.2083 days, indicating faster elimination of deltamethrin in this tissue. These results highlight differences in the rate of deltamethrin elimination in different tissues during drug withdrawal. The fat of laying hens exhibited the highest residue of deltamethrin and the slowest elimination rate, while the lungs showed the fastest elimination rate. Moreover, deltamethrin was found to accumulate in the edible tissues of eggs and laying hens, suggesting that humans may be exposed to deltamethrin through food.
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- Yiming Liu
- National Feed Drug Reference Laboratories, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- National Feed Drug Reference Laboratories, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- National Feed Drug Reference Laboratories, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- National Feed Drug Reference Laboratories, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- Zhong Mu Institutes of China Animal Husbandry Industry Co., Ltd., Beijing 100095, China
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- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- National Feed Drug Reference Laboratories, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Key Laboratory of Animal Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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- Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Products on Feed-Origin Risk Factor, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Feed Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China
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González-Arostegui LG, Cerón JJ, Gök G, Neselioglu S, Erel O, Rubio CP. Validation of assays for measurement of oxidant compounds in saliva of pigs: Thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), carbonyl, and reactive oxygen species (ROS). Res Vet Sci 2023; 165:105069. [PMID: 37951004 DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2023.105069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Revised: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/13/2023]
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Thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS), carbonyls and reactive oxygen species (ROS) are oxidant compounds that can provide useful information on the oxidative status. Pigs can be affected by oxidative stress in different situations including physiological conditions such as lactation and also in different diseases, and the measurement of these three analytes in saliva could be potentially useful as biomarkers of the redox status in this species. Assays for the measurement of TBARS and carbonyls by spectrophotometry and ROS by luminol-based chemiluminescence in pigs' saliva were analytically validated and were applied in saliva of pigs after an in vitro incubation with different doses of ascorbic acid (AA). All the assays showed a satisfactory analytical precision and accuracy. The 240 h-incubation of saliva samples with 60 mM of AA induced to an increased TBARS and carbonyls production. TBARS, carbonyls and ROS can be estimated in saliva of pigs by the assays validated in this report. In addition, these assays can detect changes in the concentration of these analytes associated to incubation of saliva samples with AA.
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- L G González-Arostegui
- Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence "Mare Nostrum" University of Murcia, Murcia 30100, Spain
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- Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence "Mare Nostrum" University of Murcia, Murcia 30100, Spain
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- Deparment of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara Yildrim Bezayit University, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara 06800, Turkey
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- Deparment of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara Yildrim Bezayit University, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara 06800, Turkey
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- Deparment of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara Yildrim Bezayit University, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara 06800, Turkey
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- Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence "Mare Nostrum" University of Murcia, Murcia 30100, Spain; Department of Animal and Food Science, School of Veterinary Science, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona 08193, Spain.
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Wang Y, Chen Q, Huang X, Yan X. Acacetin-loaded microemulsion for transdermal delivery: preparation, optimization and evaluation. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2023; 61:790-798. [PMID: 37161881 PMCID: PMC10173800 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2023.2207597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
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CONTEXT Acacetin is reported as a potential drug candidate for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. However, clinical applications are limited by poor water solubility, limited ethanol solubility, and extremely low oral bioavailability. OBJECTIVE The present study prepared and evaluated acacetin-loaded microemulsion (ME) to achieve efficient pharmacokinetics together with no or minimal invasiveness for transdermal delivery. MATERIALS AND METHODS The formulation of ME was determined by the water titration method based on solubility results. The optimized formulation was achieved by the simplex lattice experiment design. The optimized ME formulations FA, FB and FC (FA with 10% and 50% DMSO as enhancers, respectively) were evaluated by ex vivo permeation with Franz diffusion cell and excised mice skin. In vivo pharmacokinetic studies were also performed at 8 mg/kg in rats within 6 h by transdermal administration. RESULTS The optimal ME (FA) was comprised of 12.2% caprylic acid decanoate monoditriglyceride (MCF-NF), 39.8% Smix (RH40: Trans = 2:1 w/w) and 48% water, respectively. Acacetin-loaded FA with particle size 36.0 ± 3.6 nm and drug solubility 803.7 ± 32.1 mg/g was prepared. FB had significantly higher cumulative amounts and higher AUC0-∞ (196.6 ± 11.0 min × μg/mL, p < 0.05) than that FA alone (121.4 ± 33.1 min × μg/mL). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS The formulation of ME combined with the penetration enhancer can effectively improve the solubility and percutaneous absorption efficiency of acacetin, providing a new option for the non-invasive delivery of acacetin.
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- Yajing Wang
- Department of Pharmacy, Changzhou University, Changzhou, PR China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Changzhou University, Changzhou, PR China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Changzhou University, Changzhou, PR China
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- Changzhou Key Laboratory of Human Use Experience Research & Transformation of Menghe Medical School, Changzhou Hospital affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Changzhou, PR China
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Kumar M, Chauhan M, Verma SK, Biswas A, Ansari A, Mishra A, Sanap SN, Bisen AC, Sashidhara KV, Bhatta RS. Preclinical pharmacokinetic exploration of a novel osteoporotic quinazolinone-benzopyran-indole hybrid (S019-0385) using LC-MS/MS. Xenobiotica 2023; 53:484-497. [PMID: 37787761 DOI: 10.1080/00498254.2023.2265475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/04/2023]
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1. The current investigation was to develop and validate the LC-MS/MS method in order to analyse the various pharmacokinetic parameters of S019-0385. A sensitive, selective, and robust LC-MS/MS approach was established and validated for measuring S019-0385 in female mice plasma and tissue, using optimal multiple reaction monitoring (MRM) transition m/z 488.25/329.12 on positive mode. On a Waters Symmetry Shield C18 column, the analyte was separated using acetonitrile and deionised water with formic acid within 6 min at 0.7 mL/min. Linearity (R2 ≥ 0.99) was observed across 0.195-100 ng/mL concentration range using linear least-squares regression.2. Blood-to-plasma ratio and plasma protein drug binding (%) in mice and human was assessed and found to be less than 1 and >83%, respectively. Absolute bioavailability (%F) of S019-0385 in female Swiss mice was exhibited to be 6.90%. Percent dose excreted S019-0385 in unchanged form through urine and faecal was found to be less than 2% and 0.5%, respectively.3. Following oral administration at 5 mg/kg, the concentration of S019-0385 in tissue distribution was found to be in the order of C small intestine > C bone > C lung > C spleen > C kidney > C liver > C heart > C brain.
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- Mukesh Kumar
- Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetic Division, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
- Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
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- Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetic Division, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
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- Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetic Division, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
- Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
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- Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetic Division, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
- Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
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- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad, India
- Division of medicinal and process chemistry, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
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- Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetic Division, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad, India
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- Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetic Division, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad, India
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- Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetic Division, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, Ghaziabad, India
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- Division of medicinal and process chemistry, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
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- Pharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetic Division, CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India
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Botía M, Ortín-Bustillo A, López-Martínez MJ, Fuentes P, Escribano D, González-Bulnes A, Manzanilla EG, Martínez-Subiela S, Tvarijonaviciute A, López-Arjona M, Cerón JJ, Tecles F, Muñoz-Prieto A. Gaining knowledge about biomarkers of the immune system and inflammation in the saliva of pigs: The case of myeloperoxidase, S100A12, and ITIH4. Res Vet Sci 2023; 164:104997. [PMID: 37657394 DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2023.104997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Revised: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/03/2023]
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An assay for the measurement of myeloperoxidase (Mpx) in porcine saliva was developed and validated, and factors influencing Mpx and another two biomarkers of inflammation and immune system, the protein S100A12 and the inter-alpha-trypsin inhibitor heavy chain 4 (ITIH4), were studied. The spectrophotometric method for Mpx measurement validated in this assay showed an adequate analytical performance including precision and accuracy. When a group of twenty healthy pigs was sampled every 4 h from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m., Mpx and S100A12 showed significant increases at 4 p.m., whereas ITIH4 concentration showed a significant decrease at 12 a.m. Increases were also seen in salivary Mpx, S100A12, and ITIH4 levels 24 h after the intramuscular administration of Escherichia coli lipopolysaccharide in five pigs; whereas in a non-septic inflammation after the subcutaneous administration of turpentine oil to five pigs changes were seen in S100A12 at 3 h and in ITIH4 at 48 h. When a stressful situation consisting of the transportation and stay of 4 h to a slaughterhouse of 24 pigs was performed, all analytes were increased after 4 h of lairage in the slaughterhouse compared with the values that were obtained the day before at the same time of the day. Mpx can be measured in the saliva of pigs with the automated assay described in this report. Mpx, S100A12, and ITIH4 salivary levels can change depending on the hour of the day in which the sample is taken, and increases can be produced due to sepsis, non-septic inflammation and stress.
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- María Botía
- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain; Department of Animal Production, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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- Departamento de Producción y Sanidad Animal, Facultad de Veterinaria, Universidad Cardenal Herrera-CEU, CEU Universities, C/Tirant lo Blanc, 7, Alfara del Patriarca, 46115, Valencia, Spain
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- Pig Development Department, The Irish Food and Agriculture Authority, Teagasc, Moorepark, P61 C996, Fermoy, Co Cork, Ireland; School of Veterinary Medicine, University College Dublin, Dublin 4, Ireland
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Animal and Food Science, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Cerdanyola de Vallés, 08193 Barcelona, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain.
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis (Interlab-UMU), Veterinary School, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Campus de Espinardo s/n, 30100, Espinardo, Murcia, Spain
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Eroshchenko NN, Veselov VV, Pirogov AV, Danilova EY, Kirushin AN, Paravyan AL, Cravotto G. Development and validation of a HPLC-MS/MS method for the analysis of fatty acids - in the form of FAME ammonium adducts - in human whole blood and erythrocytes to determine omega-3 index. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci 2023; 1227:123799. [PMID: 37379757 DOI: 10.1016/j.jchromb.2023.123799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2023] [Revised: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/30/2023]
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Recent scientific studies in the field of health and nutrition have unanimously affirmed the importance of consuming the omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), because of their cardioprotective properties. Fatty acid profiling in erythrocyte membranes allows the omega-3 index, which is a recognized indicator of the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, to be calculated. One consequence of the upward trend in healthy lifestyles and longevity is an increase in the number of studies into the omega-3 index, which requires a reliable method for the quantitative analysis of fatty acids. This article describes the development and validation of a sensitive and reproducible liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS) method for the quantitative analysis of 23 fatty acids (in the form of fatty acid methyl esters, FAMEs) in 40 µl of whole blood and erythrocytes. The list of acids includes saturated, omega-9 unsaturated, omega-6 unsaturated and omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids as well as their trans-isomers. The limit of quantitation was 250 ng ml-1 for C12:0, C16:0 and C18:0; and 62.5 ng ml-1 for other FAMEs, including EPA, DHA and trans-isomers of FAME C16:1, C18:1 and C18:2 n-6. Sample preparation for fatty acid (FA) esterification/methylation with boron trifluoride-methanol (BF3) has been optimized. Chromatographic separation has been carried out on a C8 column in gradient mode using a mixture of acetonitrile, isopropanol and water with the addition of 0.1% formic acid and 5 mM ammonium formate. As a result, the problem of separating the cis- and trans-isomers of FAME C16:1, C18:1 and C18:2 n-6 has been solved. The electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (ESI-MS) detection of FAMEs, in the form of ammonium adducts, has been optimized for the first time, which has made the method more sensitive that when the protonated species are used. This method has been applied to 12 samples from healthy subjects that consumed omega-3 supplements and has proven to be a reliable tool for determining the omega-3 index.
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- N N Eroshchenko
- Biomedical Science and Technology Park, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), 8 Trubetskaya ul, 119991 Moscow, Russia.
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- Biomedical Science and Technology Park, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), 8 Trubetskaya ul, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Chemistry Department, M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University, Lenih Hills, d. 1, str. 3., 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Chemistry Department, M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University, Lenih Hills, d. 1, str. 3., 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Biomedical Science and Technology Park, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), 8 Trubetskaya ul, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Biomedical Science and Technology Park, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University (Sechenov University), 8 Trubetskaya ul, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Drug Science and Technology, University of Turin, Via P. Giuria 9, 10125 Turin, Italy
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King ME, Foote AP. Technical note: Validation of energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence for determination of indigestible markers in ruminant fecal and rumen fluid samples. J Anim Sci 2023; 101:skad285. [PMID: 37651116 PMCID: PMC10503640 DOI: 10.1093/jas/skad285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/01/2023] Open
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Determination of digestibility and passage rate is important for further understanding of nutrient utilization and thereby aids in improving nutrient utilization efficiency. Titanium dioxide and chromium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid are commonly used as indigestible markers for determining passage rates of diets to aid in determination of digestibility. Analyzing Ti and Cr involves the use of procedures such as acid digestions, inductively coupled plasma spectroscopy, and atomic absorption. These commonly used methodologies involve hazardous chemicals, destruction of samples, and low sample throughput. The objective of this experiment was to develop and validate an accurate and precise method for measuring both Ti and Cr using energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (ED-XRF). Energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence is an analytical technique used for analyzing elements in various sample types. The samples were added to the ED-XRF machine and irradiated with X-rays. The intensity of the X-rays emitted (termed fluorescent X-rays) was used for calculation of the concentration of the element. The method for Ti was constructed using fecal samples from cattle consuming three different diet types (finishing diet, dairy lactation diet, and grazing native range pasture). The Cr method was developed for rumen fluid analysis. We compared the machine-calculated concentrations of each element to the concentration calculated by a standard curve. For both the Ti and Cr, the standard curve-calculated value had a lower percent difference overall at 4.56% and 12.59%, respectively, compared to the machine percent difference of 8.35% and 16.38% for Ti and Cr, respectively. To determine accuracy and precision of the method, samples were spiked with various amounts of Ti or Cr and measured for their respective compounds with percent recovery and inter- and intra-assay CV-calculated thereafter. The average recovery for Ti across all diet types was 100.3%, and the recovery for Cr in rumen fluid was 95.7%. The average inter- and intra-assay CV for Ti, across all diet types, were 9.70% and 2.16%, respectively. For Cr, the average inter- and intra-assay CV were 5.42% and 8.45%, respectively. The ED-XRF method requires minimal additional chemicals, is cost-effective, and allows for sample preservation as well as a high throughput of samples. Our results indicate utilization of ED-XRF is an accurate and precise method for determination of Ti in feces and Cr in rumen fluid.
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- Mindy E King
- Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, USA
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- Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078, USA
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A Highly Sensitive Method for the Detection of Hydrolyzed Gluten in Beer Samples Using LFIA. Foods 2022; 12:foods12010160. [PMID: 36613374 PMCID: PMC9818069 DOI: 10.3390/foods12010160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2022] [Revised: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 12/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Most gluten analysis methods have been developed to detect intact gluten, but they have shown limitations in certain foods and beverages in which gluten proteins are hydrolyzed. Methods based on G12/A1 moAbs detect the sequences of gluten immunogenic peptides (GIP), which are the main contributors to the immune response of celiac disease (CD). Immunogenic sequences with tandem epitopes for G12/A1 have been found in beers with <20 mg/kg gluten, which could be consumed by CD patients according to the Codex Alimentarius. Therefore, an accurate method for the estimation of the immunogenicity of a beer is to use two moAbs that can recognize celiac T cell epitopes comprising most of the immunogenic response. Here, a specific and sensitive method based on G12/A1 LFIA was developed to detect GIP in beers labeled gluten-free or with low gluten content, with an LOD of 0.5 mg/kg. A total of 107 beers were analyzed, of those 6.5% showed levels higher than 20 mg/kg gluten and 29% showed levels above the LOD. In addition, G12/A1 LFIA detected gluten in 15 more beer samples than competitive ELISA with another antibody. Despite their labeling, these beers contained GIP which may cause symptoms and/or intestinal damage in CD patients.
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Brozyna-Heredia IY, Ganoza-Yupanqui ML, Moreno-Exebio L, Dos Santos JL. Chromatographic Methods for the Determination of Rifampicin, Isoniazid, Pyrazinamide, Ethambutol, and Main Metabolites in Biological Samples: A Review. Crit Rev Anal Chem 2022; 54:1971-1986. [PMID: 36444713 DOI: 10.1080/10408347.2022.2150071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Bioanalytical methods are used to quantify drugs and their metabolites in biological samples in order to determine bioequivalence, perform pharmacokinetic and bioavailability studies, and complete therapeutic drug monitoring. The objective of this review paper is to describe bioanalytical methods based on Liquid Chromatography that are used to quantify antitubercular drugs and their metabolites in different biological samples, utilizing scientific literature from 1992 to 2021.
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- Irena Y Brozyna-Heredia
- Laboratorio de Control de Calidad, Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Trujillo, Perú
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- Laboratorio de Control de Calidad, Facultad de Farmacia y Bioquímica, Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Trujillo, Perú
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Development and validation of methods that enable high-quality droplet digital PCR and hematological profiling data from microvolume blood samples. Bioanalysis 2022; 14:1197-1211. [PMID: 36331037 DOI: 10.4155/bio-2022-0162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Aim: Mouse models have been crucial to preclinical studies in the increasingly relevant fields of cell and gene therapy. However, only small quantities of mouse blood can be collected without producing adverse physiological effects that compromise data integrity. Results: To address this limitation, two combined methods were developed to create detailed droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) and hematological profiles using only ∼20 μl of mouse blood. The validation of these methods, which can serve as a foundation for a standardized regulatory pipeline for ddPCR, is discussed. Even when using small amounts of input, this ddPCR protocol is accurate, precise, selective, specific, stable and robust. Conclusion: These techniques enable more frequent sample collection for higher-resolution pharmacokinetic data that meets or exceeds quality standards.
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Development and Validation of HPLC-DAD Method for the Determination of Favipiravir and Studying the Impact of Vitamin C on the Pharmacokinetics of COVID-19 Antiviral Drug Favipiravir. SEPARATIONS 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/separations9100303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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A novel, sensitive, and low-cost HPLC method for the rapid determination of favipiravir (FVR) in rat plasma was developed and validated, and the effect of vitamin C on FVR pharmacokinetic parameters was investigated. FVR and oxcarbazepine (IS) were separated using a mobile phase of 50% acetonitrile and 50% water (with 0.25% trifluoroacetic acid) at 1.0 mL/min flow rate and detected at λmax 289 nm. The intra- and interday values for FVR in plasma were less than 15%, with low, medium, and high QC levels for the relative recovery rate, according to ICH guidelines. Cmax values in the control and experimental groups were 558 ± 124.42 and 979.13 ± 138.10 ng/mL, respectively; t1/2 values were 7.15 ± 1.60 and 9.09 ± 1.14 h, AUC(0-t) values were 5697.70 ± 536.58 and 7381.62 ± 1577.58 ng.h/mL, and AUC(0-∞) values were 5697.70 ± 536.58 and 8192.36 ± 1721.67, respectively. According to the results, the experimental group’s Cmax of FVR was 75.17% higher than the control group’s, the Vz/F was lower, and the t1/2 was 1.86 h longer. The technique developed for determining FVR in plasma was useful for FVR pharmacokinetics and food–drug interaction investigations.
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Mobed A, Kohansal F, Dolati S, Hasanzadeh M. A novel immuno-device based on the specific binding of AuNP-supported CTAB with biotinylated antibody of hyaluronic acid toward an early-stage recognition of a biomarker: a bioanalytical assay in real samples using disposal biosensor technology. RSC Adv 2022; 12:28473-28488. [PMID: 36320526 PMCID: PMC9533320 DOI: 10.1039/d2ra04984h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Accepted: 09/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is a non-sulfated glycosaminoglycan, which is a potential biomarker that could be evaluated in the diagnosis of some cancers. For the first time, a novel label-free electrochemical immunosensor was developed based on modified ITO-PET (indium tin oxide-polyethylene terephthalate) electrodes for the sensitive recognition of hyaluronic acid (HA) in real samples. A disposable ITO-coated PET electrode was modified with gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) to construct a suitable substrate for the efficient immobilization of biotinylated antibodies of HA. Importantly, the encapsulation of biotinylated antibody of HA in KCC1-NH-CS2 was performed successfully, which was another innovative part of this bio-device construction. For determining the immobilization steps and optimization of the biosensor, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and cyclic voltammetry (CV) techniques were used. Furthermore, the morphological characterization of each ITO electrode surface was performed by field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM). Specific binding of gold nanoparticles supported CTAB to ITO-PET and its bioconjugation with the biotinylated antibody of HA was studied using the electroanalysis of the sensor performance. For the better performance of the antibody to generate an immunocomplex with HA (antigen), its encapsulation was performed, which led to the excellent behavior of the immunosensor. The proposed HA immunosensor indicated excellent reproducibility, high selectivity, and long-term stability. The HA electrochemical immunosensor performed perfectly with a wide determination range (0.078 to 160 ng mL-1) and a low limit of quantification (0.078 ng mL-1) in human plasma samples. It is recommended that the designed biosensor can be used as a diagnostic tool in clinical bioassays in the near future.
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- Ahmad Mobed
- Infectious and Tropical Diseases Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran,Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Research Center, Aging Research Institute, Tabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran,Pharmaceutical Analysis Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran
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- Pharmaceutical Analysis Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran
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- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Research Center, Aging Research Institute, Tabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran
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- Pharmaceutical Analysis Research Center, Tabriz University of Medical SciencesTabrizIran
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Martínez-Subiela S, Franco-Martínez L, Rubio CP, Muñoz-Prieto A, Torres-Cantero A, Tecles F, Sánchez-Resalt C, Cerón JJ, Tvarijonaviciute A. Measurement of anti SARS-CoV-2 RBD IgG in saliva: validation of a highly sensitive assay and effects of the sampling collection method and correction by protein. Clin Chem Lab Med 2022; 60:1683-1689. [PMID: 35848513 DOI: 10.1515/cclm-2022-0418] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 06/29/2022] [Indexed: 08/16/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To develop and evaluate a new highly sensitive assay to detect IgG anti-SARS-CoV-2 RBD in saliva samples. METHODS A two-step sandwich type immunoassay based on the amplified luminescent proximity homogeneous technology was developed and an analytical validation was performed. As a part of this validation, the influence of factors, such as different sampling conditions (stimulated saliva and passive drool) and the correction of values by total protein content, in the ability of saliva to detect increases in antibodies after an immune stimulus and be an alternative to serum, was evaluated. For this purpose, paired samples of saliva and serum at different times after vaccination were used. RESULTS Saliva concentrations were lower than serum, but both fluids showed similar kinetics, with higher correlations when saliva was obtained by passive flow and the results were not corrected by protein. CONCLUSIONS The developed method showed a good analytical performance and can properly measure antibody concentrations in saliva of vaccinated individuals. However, saliva could have a lower sensitivity compared to serum at initial stages of the immune response and also when the antibody response decreased after a stimulus.
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- Silvia Martínez-Subiela
- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Preventive Medicine, Hospital Clínico Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca, IMIB, Universidad de Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Clinical Analysis, Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence 'Campus Mare Nostrum', University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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Automated assays for trace elements and ferritin measurement in saliva of pigs: Analytical validation and a pilot application to evaluate different iron status. Res Vet Sci 2022; 152:410-416. [PMID: 36116417 DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2022.09.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 09/06/2022] [Accepted: 09/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The aim of this study was to validate automated methods to measure iron (Fe), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu) and ferritin in pig saliva samples. A complete analytical validation was performed of all assays. In addition, these methods were applied to saliva of Fe supplemented (n = 22) and non-supplemented (n = 20) piglets. All assays were able to measure these biomarkers in pig saliva with adequate precision, accuracy and high sensitivity and, in case of trace elements without needing a deproteinization pre-process. The group of piglets supplemented with Fe presented significantly higher levels of ferritin and Zn in saliva. In conclusion, the automated assays evaluated were able to measure Fe, Zn, Cu and ferritin in saliva of pigs, and in case of trace elements, they have the advantage of not needing a deproteinization pre-treatment and thus these analytes can be measured in a simple and fast manner.
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Al-Hashimi NN, Al-Degs YS, Jaafreh S, Al-Khatib HS, El-Sheikh AH, Abdelghani JI, Jaber MR. Simultaneous determination of furosemide and carbamazepine in biological matrices by solvent bar microextraction combined with HPLC-DAD and central composite design CCD. Biomed Chromatogr 2022; 36:e5476. [PMID: 35918842 DOI: 10.1002/bmc.5476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2022] [Revised: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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A sensitive and simple sample pretreatment method based on a two-phase solvent bar microextraction SBME technique coupled with HPLC-DAD was developed for simultaneous extraction and determination of trace amounts of furosemide and carbamazepine in human urine and plasma samples. The significance of operational factors on carbamazepine and furosemide extraction efficiency % (EE%) was screened using full factorial design (FFD) while central composite design (CCD) was used to model the entire process. A quadratic model was found convenient to correlate the extraction EE% of selected drugs with dominant experimental factors. A Pareto chart was also used to examine the importance of factors on drugs' EE%. The analytical performance of the method in urine and plasma samples demonstrated good linearity R2 ˃ 0.992 with detection limits ranging from 4.2 to 10.9 μg L-1 , and extraction recovery ˃ 89.45% for both drugs in urine and plasma samples. A comparison against published methods was also studied and the results revealed that the developed method exhibits a confident sensitivity, feasible operation, and simple analysis for both drugs. Finally, the practicability of the validated SBME-HPLC-DAD method was demonstrated by successfully applying it to the analysis of furosemide, and carbamazepine in real patient urine samples.
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- Nabil N Al-Hashimi
- The Hashemite University, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Al-Zarqa, Jordan
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- The Hashemite University, Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, Al-Zarqa, Jordan
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- The Hashemite University, Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, Al-Zarqa, Jordan
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- The University of Jordan, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Amman, Jordan
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- The Hashemite University, Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, Al-Zarqa, Jordan
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- The Hashemite University, Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry, Al-Zarqa, Jordan
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- The Hashemite University, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Al-Zarqa, Jordan
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Dadras-Toussi O, Khorrami M, Louis Sam Titus ASC, Majd S, Mohan C, Abidian MR. Multiphoton Lithography of Organic Semiconductor Devices for 3D Printing of Flexible Electronic Circuits, Biosensors, and Bioelectronics. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2022; 34:e2200512. [PMID: 35707927 PMCID: PMC9339506 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202200512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Revised: 05/04/2022] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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In recent years, 3D printing of electronics have received growing attention due to their potential applications in emerging fields such as nanoelectronics and nanophotonics. Multiphoton lithography (MPL) is considered the state-of-the-art amongst the microfabrication techniques with true 3D fabrication capability owing to its excellent level of spatial and temporal control. Here, a homogenous and transparent photosensitive resin doped with an organic semiconductor material (OS), which is compatible with MPL process, is introduced to fabricate a variety of 3D OS composite microstructures (OSCMs) and microelectronic devices. Inclusion of 0.5 wt% OS in the resin enhances the electrical conductivity of the composite polymer about 10 orders of magnitude and compared to other MPL-based methods, the resultant OSCMs offer high specific electrical conductivity. As a model protein, laminin is incorporated into these OSCMs without a significant loss of activity. The OSCMs are biocompatible and support cell adhesion and growth. Glucose-oxidase-encapsulated OSCMs offer a highly sensitive glucose sensing platform with nearly tenfold higher sensitivity compared to previous glucose biosensors. In addition, this biosensor exhibits excellent specificity and high reproducibility. Overall, these results demonstrate the great potential of these novel MPL-fabricated OSCM devices for a wide range of applications from flexible bioelectronics/biosensors, to nanoelectronics and organ-on-a-chip devices.
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- Omid Dadras-Toussi
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Houston, 3517 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX, 77204, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Houston, 3517 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX, 77204, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Houston, 3517 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX, 77204, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Houston, 3517 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX, 77204, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Houston, 3517 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX, 77204, USA
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Foudah AI, Alshehri S, Shakeel F, Alqarni MH, Aljarba TM, Alam P. Simultaneous Estimation of Escitalopram and Clonazepam in Tablet Dosage Forms Using HPLC-DAD Method and Optimization of Chromatographic Conditions by Box-Behnken Design. Molecules 2022; 27:molecules27134209. [PMID: 35807458 PMCID: PMC9268709 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27134209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/27/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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The study aimed to develop a new reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatography (RP-HPLC) method with diode array detection (DAD) detection for simultaneous estimation of escitalopram (EST) and clonazepam (CZP) in tablet dosage forms with a quality by design (QbD) approach. The chromatographic conditions were optimized by Box-Behnken design (BBD) and developed method was validated for the linearity, system suitability, accuracy, precision, robustness, sensitivity, and solution stability according to International Council for Harmonization (ICH) guidelines. EST and CZP standard drugs peaks were separated at retention times of 2.668 and 5.046 min by C-18 column with dimension of 4.6 × 100 mm length and particle size packing 2.5 µm. The mobile phase was methanol: 0.1% orthophosphoric acid (OPA) (25:75, v/v), with a flow rate of 0.7 mL/min at temperature of 26 °C. The sample volume injected was 20 µL and peaks were detected at 239 nm. Using the standard calibration curve, the % assay of marketed tablet was founded 98.89 and 98.76 for EST and CZP, respectively. The proposed RP-HPLC method was able to detect EST and CZP in the presence of their degradation products, indicating the stability-indicating property of the developed RP-HPLC method. The validation parameter’s results in terms of linearity, system suitability, accuracy, precision, robustness, sensitivity, and solution stability were in an acceptable range as per the ICH guidelines. The newly developed RP-HPLC method with QbD application is simple, accurate, time-saving, and economic.
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- Ahmed I. Foudah
- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia; (A.I.F.); (M.H.A.); (T.M.A.)
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, AlMaarefa University, Ad Diriyah 13713, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia; (A.I.F.); (M.H.A.); (T.M.A.)
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia; (A.I.F.); (M.H.A.); (T.M.A.)
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia; (A.I.F.); (M.H.A.); (T.M.A.)
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Ahmed HAM, Alatawi AO. Comparison of the ICP OES viewing modes efficiency in the estimation of cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) in whole blood samples. ARAB JOURNAL OF BASIC AND APPLIED SCIENCES 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/25765299.2022.2090148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022] Open
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- Hatem Abdel Moniem Ahmed
- Department of Forensic Sciences, College of Criminal Justice, Naïf Arab University for Security Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Forensic Sciences, College of Criminal Justice, Naïf Arab University for Security Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Noppawan P, Bainier C, Lanot A, McQueen-Mason S, Supanchaiyamat N, Attard TM, Hunt AJ. Effect of harvest time on the compositional changes in essential oils, cannabinoids, and waxes of hemp ( Cannabis sativa L.). ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE 2022; 9:211699. [PMID: 35719880 PMCID: PMC9198500 DOI: 10.1098/rsos.211699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2021] [Accepted: 04/27/2022] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Demand for cannabinoid is growing, with the global market expected to reach $9.69 billion by 2025. Understanding how chemical composition changes in hemp at different harvest times is crucial to maximizing this industrial crop value. Important compositional changes in three different compound classes (essential oils, cannabinoids, and lipids) from inflorescences (tops), leaves, and stems of hemp (Cannabis sativa L., Finola variety) at different harvesting stages have been investigated. Over 85% of the total extracts from the tops were cannabinoids, while leaves demonstrated the greatest quantities of wax ester and sterols. Essential oil and cannabinoid increased in tops until full flowering (third harvest), reaching 2030 µg g-1 and 39 475 µg g-1, respectively. Cannabinoids decreased at seed maturity (final harvest) to 26 969 µg g-1. This demonstrates the importance of early harvesting to maximize cannabidiol (CBD), which is highly sought after for its therapeutic and pharmacological properties. A total of 21 161 µg g-1 of CBD was extracted from the tops at full flowering (third harvest); however, a significant increase (63%) in the banned psychoactive tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) was observed from budding (157 µg g-1 of biomass) to the full flowering (9873 µg g-1 of biomass). Harvesting the tops after budding is preferable due to the high CBD content and low amounts of THC.
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- Pakin Noppawan
- Materials Chemistry Research Center, Department of Chemistry and Center of Excellence for Innovation in Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Department of Chemistry, Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence, University of York, Wentworth Way, York YO10 5DD, UK
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- Department of Biology, Centre for Novel Agricultural Products, University of York, Wentworth Way, York YO10 5DD, UK
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- Department of Biology, Centre for Novel Agricultural Products, University of York, Wentworth Way, York YO10 5DD, UK
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- Materials Chemistry Research Center, Department of Chemistry and Center of Excellence for Innovation in Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- RX Extraction Ltd., Unit 10, Rowen Trade Estate, Neville Road, Bradford BD4 8TQ, UK
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- Materials Chemistry Research Center, Department of Chemistry and Center of Excellence for Innovation in Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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Fowler AL, Hayes SH, Crum AD, Lawrence LM. Technical Note: A method for determination of titanium dioxide concentration in fecal samples. J Anim Sci 2022; 100:6545838. [PMID: 35263430 PMCID: PMC9030201 DOI: 10.1093/jas/skac074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Titanium dioxide has been used as a marker for determining diet digestibility indirectly, but some authors have expressed difficulty in measuring TiO2 concentrations in fecal material. We developed an accurate and precise method to determine TiO2 concentrations in equine feces. The method includes dry-ashing samples, digestion with (NH4)2SO4 in concentrated sulfuric acid, followed by the addition of H2O2 to produce a yellow to orange color that can be read spectrophotometrically. Accuracy was tested by spike recovery, and precision was tested by examining the coefficient of variation (CV) between duplicates of 449 individual samples. The method described here was compared with a previously published method by examining CV between duplicates of samples analyzed using both methods and comparing them using a paired t-test. Titanium dioxide spike recovery averaged 106%, and the CV between duplicates averaged 4.0%, with 79% of sample pairs having a CV of <5%. When compared with a previously published method, the method described here had a lower CV between duplicates (P < 0.0001). The method described here provides an accurate and precise quantitative analytical procedure for TiO2 in equine fecal samples.
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- Ashley L Fowler
- Department of Animal and Food Sciences, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40546, USA
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- Department of Animal and Food Sciences, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40546, USA
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- Department of Animal and Food Sciences, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40546, USA
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- Department of Animal and Food Sciences, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40546, USA
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González-Arostegui LG, Muñoz-Prieto A, Tvarijonaviciute A, Cerón JJ, Rubio CP. Measurement of Redox Biomarkers in the Whole Blood and Red Blood Cell Lysates of Dogs. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:antiox11020424. [PMID: 35204305 PMCID: PMC8869394 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11020424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2022] [Revised: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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The evaluation of the biomarkers of oxidative status is usually performed in serum, however, other samples, such as red blood cells (RBCs) lysates or whole blood (WB), can be used. The objective of this study was to evaluate if a comprehensive panel of redox biomarkers can be measured in the WB and RBCs of dogs, and their possible changes “in vitro” after the addition of different concentrations of ascorbic acid. The panel was integrated by biomarkers of the antioxidant status, such as cupric reducing antioxidant capacity (CUPRAC), ferric reducing ability of plasma (FRAP), Trolox equivalent antioxidant capacity (TEAC), thiol and paraoxonase type 1 (PON-1), and of the oxidant status, such as total oxidant status (TOS), peroxide-activity (POX-Act), reactive oxygen-derived compounds (d-ROMs), advanced oxidation protein products (AOPP) and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS). All the assays were precise and accurate in WB and RBCs lysates. In addition, they showed changes after ascorbic acid addition that are in line with previously published results, being WB more sensitive to detect these changes in our experimental conditions. In conclusion, the panel of assays used in this study can be measured in the WB and RBCs of the dog. In particular, the higher sensitivity to detect changes in our experimental conditions and its easier sample preparation makes WB a promising sample for the evaluation of redox status in dogs, with also potential applications to other animal species and humans.
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- Luis G. González-Arostegui
- Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence “Mare Nostrum”, University of Murcia, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (L.G.G.-A.); (A.M.-P.); (A.T.); (J.J.C.)
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- Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence “Mare Nostrum”, University of Murcia, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (L.G.G.-A.); (A.M.-P.); (A.T.); (J.J.C.)
- Clinic for Internal Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zagreb, Heinzelova 55, 1000 Zagreb, Croatia
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- Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence “Mare Nostrum”, University of Murcia, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (L.G.G.-A.); (A.M.-P.); (A.T.); (J.J.C.)
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- Interlab-UMU, Regional Campus of International Excellence “Mare Nostrum”, University of Murcia, 30100 Murcia, Spain; (L.G.G.-A.); (A.M.-P.); (A.T.); (J.J.C.)
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- Department of Animal and Food Science, School of Veterinary Science, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08193 Cerdanyola del Vallès, Spain
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Michiu D, Socaciu MI, Fogarasi M, Jimborean AM, Ranga F, Mureşan V, Semeniuc CA. Implementation of an Analytical Method for Spectrophotometric Evaluation of Total Phenolic Content in Essential Oils. MOLECULES (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 27:molecules27041345. [PMID: 35209133 PMCID: PMC8880325 DOI: 10.3390/molecules27041345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2022] [Revised: 02/11/2022] [Accepted: 02/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Over the past decade, there has been growing interest in polyphenols’ research since these compounds, as antioxidants, have several health benefits, such as preventing neurodegenerative diseases, inflammation, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and type 2 diabetes. This study implements an analytical method to assess the total phenolic content (TPC) in essential oils using Folin–Ciocalteu’s phenol reagent and quantifies the individual phenolic compounds by liquid chromatography. Thus, the research design and methodology included: (1) extraction of essential oil from dried thyme leaves by hydrodistillation; (2) spectrophotometric measurement of TPC by Folin–Ciocalteu method; and (3) identification and quantification of individual phenolic compounds by high-performance liquid chromatography-diode array detection/electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (HPLC-DAD-ESI-MS). Results revealed a TPC of 22.62 ± 0.482 mg GAE/100 µL and a polyphenolic profile characterized by phenolic acids (52.1%), flavonoids (16.1%), and other polyphenols (31.8%). Thymol, salvianolic acid A, and rosmarinic acid were the major compounds of thyme essential oil. The proposed analytical procedure has an acceptable level of repeatability, reproducibility, linearity, LOD (limit of detection), and LOQ (limit of quantification).
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- Delia Michiu
- Department of Food Engineering, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 3-5 Mănăştur Str., 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (D.M.); (M.-I.S.); (M.F.); (V.M.)
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- Department of Food Engineering, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 3-5 Mănăştur Str., 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (D.M.); (M.-I.S.); (M.F.); (V.M.)
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- Department of Food Engineering, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 3-5 Mănăştur Str., 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (D.M.); (M.-I.S.); (M.F.); (V.M.)
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- Department of Food Engineering, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 3-5 Mănăştur Str., 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (D.M.); (M.-I.S.); (M.F.); (V.M.)
- Correspondence: (A.M.J.); (C.A.S.); Tel.: +40-264-596-384 (A.M.J. & C.A.S.)
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- Department of Food Science, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 3-5 Mănăştur Str., 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania;
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- Department of Food Engineering, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 3-5 Mănăştur Str., 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (D.M.); (M.-I.S.); (M.F.); (V.M.)
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- Department of Food Engineering, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, 3-5 Mănăştur Str., 400372 Cluj-Napoca, Romania; (D.M.); (M.-I.S.); (M.F.); (V.M.)
- Correspondence: (A.M.J.); (C.A.S.); Tel.: +40-264-596-384 (A.M.J. & C.A.S.)
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Rapid and Simultaneous Determination of Free Aromatic Carboxylic Acids and Phenols in Commercial Juices by GC-MS after Ethyl Chloroformate Derivatization. SEPARATIONS 2021. [DOI: 10.3390/separations9010009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Natural phenol and phenolic acids are widely distributed in the plant kingdom and the major dietary sources include fruits and beverages derived therefrom. Over the past decades, these compounds have been widely investigated for their beneficial effects on human health and, at the same time, several analytical methods have been developed for their determination in these matrices. In the present paper, 19 different aromatic carboxylic acids and phenols were characterized by GC-MS using ethyl chloroformate as the derivatizing agent. This procedure occurs quickly at room temperature and takes place in aqueous media simultaneously with the extraction step in the presence of ethanol using pyridine as a catalyst. The analytical method herein developed and validated presents excellent linearity in a wide concentration range (25–3000 ng/mL), low LOQ (in the range 25–100 ng/mL) and LOD (in the range 12.5–50 ng/mL), and good accuracy and precision. As a proof of concept, ethyl chloroformate derivatization was successfully applied to the analysis of a selection of commercial fruit juices (berries, grape, apple, pomegranate) particularly rich in phenolic compounds. Some of these juices are made up of a single fruit, whereas others are blends of several fruits. Our results show that among the juices analyzed, those containing cranberry have a total concentration of the free aromatic carboxylic acids and phenols tested up to 15 times higher than other juices.
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Sharma KS, Sahoo J. Development and validation by statistical treatment of stability indicating RP-HPLC method for quantification of Orlistat in Orlistat-loaded solid dispersion. FUTURE JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES 2021. [DOI: 10.1186/s43094-021-00190-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background
Most of the analytical methods reported for the estimation of Orlistat were complex, expensive, and deficient in reproducibility with no or very less informative regarding various statistical methods and equations used for the validation purpose. This study provides a fast, accurate, descriptive, and precise isocratic reversed phase high-performance liquid chromatographic (HPLC) method using Waters Spherisorb 5 μm Octadecyl-silica-2 (250 × 4.6 mm) column, for the estimation of Orlistat in bulk drug and pharmaceutical formulations with minimized drug extraction steps. The drug was detected in an analytical column with mobile phase comprising a mixture of methanol, acetonitrile, and 2% phosphoric acid in the ratio of 85:14:1 v/v/v at flow rate of 1 ml/min with elution monitoring at 215.0 nm.
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The retention time for Orlistat was found to be 5.9 min with sharp and proper peak. The linearity was covered over the concentration range of 1.00–10.00 μg/ml (r2 = 0.9997) with a limit of detection and limit of quantitation 0.06 and 0.2 μg/ml, respectively. The developed analytical technique was found to be validated for all the parameters within the acceptance criteria of ICH guidelines. The mean ± standard deviation (SD) recoveries of Orlistat were 99.87 ± 0.45.
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The optimized method was well precise, accurate, sensitive, stability indicating, and tested with all statistical parameters. Thus, the method can be conveniently used in quality control and routine analysis of Orlistat containing solid dispersions and other formulations. The main advantage of the developed method was its high specificity for the estimation of Orlistat in presence of various degradation products resulting from stress conditions and formulation excipients.
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Yusoff NHM, Hassan Z, Murugaiyah V, Müller CP. The effect of mitragynine on extracellular activity of brain dopamine and its metabolites. Brain Res Bull 2021; 178:1-8. [PMID: 34774992 DOI: 10.1016/j.brainresbull.2021.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2021] [Revised: 10/29/2021] [Accepted: 11/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Kratom, derived from the plant Mitragyna speciosa (M. speciosa) Korth is a traditional psychoactive preparation widely used in Southeast Asia and increasingly in the rest of the world. Use and abuse of Kratom preparations can be attributed to mitragynine (MIT), the main psychoactive compound isolated from its leaves. While MIT may have beneficial effects as a recreational drug, for pain management, and for opiate withdrawal, it may have an addiction potential at higher doses. However, its action in the reward system of the brain is currently unknown. This study investigated how mitragynine (10 mg/kg, i.p.) affects extracellular activity of dopamine (DA) and its metabolites, 3,4-dihydroxyphenylacetic acid (DOPAC) and homovanillic acid (HVA) in the prefrontal cortex (PFC), nucleus accumbens (NAc) and caudate putamen (CPu) of the brain, compared to morphine (MOR; 10 mg/kg, i.p.) and methamphetamine (METH; 10 mg/kg, i.p.). Using in-vivo microdialysis in freely moving rats, we found a significant increase of extracellular DA after MOR and METH, but not after MIT in all three brain regions. MIT led to a significant increase of DOPAC and/or HVA in these brain regions while MOR and METH had only moderate effects. These findings suggest a strong and prolonged effect of MIT on DA synthesis/metabolism, but not on extracellular DA activity, which may limit the addiction risk of MIT, in contrast to MOR and METH.
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- Nurul H M Yusoff
- Centre for Drug Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Minden, Penang, Malaysia
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- Centre for Drug Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Minden, Penang, Malaysia.
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- Discipline of Pharmacology, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Minden, Penang, Malaysia
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- Centre for Drug Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Minden, Penang, Malaysia; Section of Addiction Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Clinic, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Schwabachanlage 6, 91054 Erlangen, Germany.
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Insulin in the saliva of pigs: Validation of an automated assay and changes at different physiological conditions. Res Vet Sci 2021; 141:110-115. [PMID: 34715588 DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2021.10.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2021] [Revised: 09/28/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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This study aimed to evaluate whether insulin could be measured in the saliva of pigs and if its concentration changes in some physiological conditions. For this purpose, a validation of an automated heterologous immunoassay for measuring insulin in the saliva of pigs was performed. In addition, the possible changes of salivary insulin concentration in sows after food intake and during gestation and lactation were studied. The evaluated immunoassay was able to detect insulin in the saliva of pigs in a precise and accurate way when species-specific calibrators were used. There was no correlation in insulin concentrations between serum and saliva. Insulin concentrations showed a significant increase in the saliva of sows after feeding. Sows at farrowing and lactation presented higher salivary insulin levels as compared with those in gestation. In conclusion, the results showed that insulin could be measured in the saliva of pigs, and changes in its concentration can be detected due to food intake and different physiological conditions.
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A Stability-Indicating Ultra Performance Liquid Chromato-Graphic (UPLC) Method for the Determination of a Mycophenolic Acid-Curcumin Conjugate and Its Applications to Chemical Kinetic Studies. Molecules 2021; 26:molecules26175398. [PMID: 34500831 PMCID: PMC8433641 DOI: 10.3390/molecules26175398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Revised: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 08/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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A simple, precise, and accurate reversed-phase ultra-performance liquid chromatographic (UPLC) method was developed and validated for the determination of a mycophenolic acid-curcumin (MPA-CUR) conjugate in buffer solutions. Chromatographic separation was performed on a C18 column (2.1 × 50 mm id, 1.7 µm) with a gradient elution system of water and acetonitrile, each containing 0.1% formic acid, at a flow rate of 0.6 mL/min. The column temperature was controlled at 33 °C. The compounds were detected simultaneously at the maximum wavelengths of mycophenolic acid (MPA), 254 nm, and curcumin (CUR), or MPA-CUR, at 420 nm. The developed method was validated according to the ICH Q2(R1) guidelines. The linear calibration curves of the assay ranged from 0.10 to 25 μg/mL (r2 ≥ 0.995, 1/x2 weighting factor), with a limit of detection and a limit of quantitation of 0.04 and 0.10 μg/mL, respectively. The accuracy and precision of the developed method were 98.4-101.6%, with %CV < 2.53%. The main impurities from the specificity test were found to be MPA and CUR. Other validation parameters, including robustness and solution stability, were acceptable under the validation criteria. Forced degradation studies were conducted under hydrolytic (acidic and alkaline), oxidative, thermal, and photolytic stress conditions. MPA-CUR was well separated from MPA, CUR, and other unknown degradation products. The validated method was successfully applied in chemical kinetic studies of MPA-CUR in different buffer solutions.
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A comprehensive UHPLC-MS/MS screening method for the analysis of 98 New Psychoactive Substances and related compounds in human hair. J Pharm Biomed Anal 2021; 205:114310. [PMID: 34391138 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpba.2021.114310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Revised: 07/31/2021] [Accepted: 08/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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In this study, a rapid liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) method has been developed and validated for the targeted analysis of 98 New Psychoactive Substances (NPS) from the hair matrix. The monitored compounds included various chemical classes (7 phenethylamines, 10 tryptamines, 18 cathinones, 24 synthetic opioids, and 38 synthetic cannabinoids) with emphasis given to newly emerged NPS. The method employed a direct extraction process through the incubation of hair samples (25 mg) and internal standards with M3® reagent at 100 °C for 60 min, followed by extract purification through acid and basic liquid-liquid micro-extraction (LLME). Extracted compounds were analyzed through LC-MS/MS system operating in multiple reaction monitoring mode. NPS were separated in 9.5 min with a Poroshell 120 EC-C18 column (2.7 μm, 4.6 × 50 mm) using a gradient eluting mobile phase composed of water and acetonitrile/water (95:5) both containing 0.1 % of formic acid. The developed and validated method shows a good precision (≤ 15 %), linearity (R2 between 0.993 and 0.999), selectivity, and sensitivity (LOD: 0.6-10.3 pg mg-1 and LOQ: 2.1-34.4 pg mg-1). The method showed also reduced matrix effect and acceptable recovery for most of the targeted compounds. Our results showed that this method is suitable for quantifying NPS in hair matrix and could be employed in the context of routine analyses in analytical laboratories.
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Ahmad I, Ullah Z, Khan MI, Alahmari AK, Khan MF. Development and validation of an automated solid-phase extraction-LC-MS/MS method for the bioanalysis of fluoxetine in human plasma. J Adv Pharm Technol Res 2021; 12:267-273. [PMID: 34345606 PMCID: PMC8300324 DOI: 10.4103/japtr.japtr_308_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2020] [Revised: 02/16/2021] [Accepted: 03/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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A wide-range, specific, and precise liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometric (LC-MS/MS)technique for quantifying fluoxetine (FLX) in human plasma was developed using the RapidTrace® automated solid-phase extraction (SPE) method; the analyte and internal standard (IS) were extricated on Oasis MCX SPE cartridges. Acetonitrile and 5 mM ammonium formate buffer (90:10 v/v) were used as mobile phase to achieve chromatographic separation on the reverse phase (C18 column). The analyte and IS were ionized using +ve electrospray ionization approach which was further traced by multiple-reaction monitoring on a tandem mass spectrometer. To quantify the FLX and FLX-d5, the parent-to-daughter ion transition of m/z of 310.0/44.1 and 315.0/44.0 was used, respectively. The method demonstrated a linear active limit of 0.20-30 ng/ml with recoveries ranging from 63.04% to 79.39% for quality control samples and 61.25% for IS samples. The concentrations over the calibration range demonstrated acceptable precision and accuracy. Due to the high inconsistency of the FLX concentration data, the minimum threshold of the assay was kept at 0.20 ng/ml. The flow rate was maintained at 500 μL/min, and the time for sample analysis for each injection was 3.5 min. The method was found to be specific, sensitive, and faster with minimum utilization of organic solvents and was utilized further for metabolic and pharmacokinetic studies.
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- Ishtiaque Ahmad
- Scientific Research Center, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Al-Kharj, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Dentistry, Buraydah Colleges, Alqassim, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical, Sciences SIHAS, Sam Higginbottom, University of Agriculture Technology and Sciences, Naini, Prayagraj, India
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Selective and sensitive UHPLC-ESI-Orbitrap MS method to quantify protein oxidation markers. Talanta 2021; 234:122700. [PMID: 34364496 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2021.122700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2021] [Revised: 07/03/2021] [Accepted: 07/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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A targeted UHPLC-MS/MS isotopic dilution method has been developed for the simultaneous quantification of 18 different free and protein-bound aromatic amino acid oxidation products in food and biological matrices. All analytes, including critical isomeric pairs of Tyr, o-Tyr, m-Tyr, and dioxyindolylalanine diastereomers were chromatographically resolved to obtain high selectivity, without the need for derivatizing or ion pairing agents. The results of method validation showed adequate retention time reproducibility [0.1-0.6% coefficient of variation (CV) for over 224 injections], accuracy (within ±1-20% of the nominal concentration), and precision (1-17% CV) for all target analytes. The lower limit of quantification was calculated in different matrices using both the Hubaux-Vos approach and accuracy and precision data showing values in the range of 0.2-15 ng/mL. Use of stable isotope-labelled internal standards compensated errors due to matrix effects and artefactual degradation of analytes. Both acid and enzymatic hydrolyses were tested to obtain the best possible results for the quantification of protein oxidation products, demonstrating the stability of target analytes under hydrolytic conditions. The method was successfully applied to quantify target analytes in serum, tissue, milk, infant formula, pork liver pâté, chicken meat and fish. The method was also applied to assess the role of Fenton's reagent in oxidizing Trp, Phe and Tyr residues in different proteins, with results showing o-Tyr, dioxyindolylalanine diastereomers, kynurenine, dityrosine being the main oxidation products. The Fenton chemistry favored the formation of o-Tyr over m-Tyr from Phe with 2-36 folds higher yields. 3-Nitrotyrosine, a marker of protein nitration, was also detected in samples treated with Fenton's reagent.
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Identification, characterization and control of a sequence variant in monoclonal antibody drug product: a case study. Sci Rep 2021; 11:13233. [PMID: 34168178 PMCID: PMC8225904 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-92338-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2020] [Accepted: 02/22/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Sequence variants (SV) in protein bio therapeutics can be categorized as unwanted impurities and may raise serious concerns in efficacy and safety of the product. Early detection of specific sequence modifications, that can result in altered physicochemical and or biological properties, is therefore desirable in product manufacturing. Because of their low abundance, and finite resolving power of conventional analytical techniques, they are often overlooked in early drug development. Here, we present a case study where trace amount of a sequence variant is identified in a monoclonal antibody (mAb) based therapeutic protein by LC-MS/MS and the structural and functional features of the SV containing mAb is assessed using appropriate analytical techniques. Further, a very sensitive selected reaction monitoring (SRM) technique is developed to quantify the SV which revealed both prominent and inconspicuous nature of the variant in process chromatography. We present the extensive characterization of a sequence variant in protein biopharmaceutical and first report on control of sequence variants to < 0.05% in final drug product by utilizing SRM based mass spectrometry method during the purification steps.
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Artigues M, Gilabert-Porres J, Texidó R, Borrós S, Abellà J, Colominas S. Analytical Parameters of a Novel Glucose Biosensor Based on Grafted PFM as a Covalent Immobilization Technique. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 21:4185. [PMID: 34207185 PMCID: PMC8235154 DOI: 10.3390/s21124185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2021] [Revised: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Bioanalytical methods, in particular electrochemical biosensors, are increasingly used in different industrial sectors due to their simplicity, low cost, and fast response. However, to be able to reliably use this type of device, it is necessary to undertake in-depth evaluation of their fundamental analytical parameters. In this work, analytical parameters of an amperometric biosensor based on covalent immobilization of glucose oxidase (GOx) were evaluated. GOx was immobilized using plasma-grafted pentafluorophenyl methacrylate (pgPFM) as an anchor onto a tailored HEMA-co-EGDA hydrogel that coats a titanium dioxide nanotubes array (TiO2NTAs). Finally, chitosan was used to protect the enzyme molecules. The biosensor offered outstanding analytical parameters: repeatability (RSD = 1.7%), reproducibility (RSD = 1.3%), accuracy (deviation = 4.8%), and robustness (RSD = 2.4%). In addition, the Ti/TiO2NTAs/ppHEMA-co-EGDA/pgPFM/GOx/Chitosan biosensor showed good long-term stability; after 20 days, it retained 89% of its initial sensitivity. Finally, glucose concentrations of different food samples were measured and compared using an official standard method (HPLC). Deviation was lower than 10% in all measured samples. Therefore, the developed biosensor can be considered to be a reliable analytical tool for quantification measurements.
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- Margalida Artigues
- Electrochemical Methods Laboratory-Analytical and Applied Chemistry Department at Institut Químic de Sarrià, Universitat Ramon Llull, Via Augusta, 390, 08017 Barcelona, Spain; (M.A.); (J.A.)
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- Tractivus SL, Via Augusta, 394, 08017 Barcelona, Spain; (J.G.-P.); (R.T.); (S.B.)
- Grup d’Enginyeria de Materials (GEMAT) at Institut Químic de Sarrià, Universitat Ramon Llull, Via Augusta, 390, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
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- Tractivus SL, Via Augusta, 394, 08017 Barcelona, Spain; (J.G.-P.); (R.T.); (S.B.)
- Grup d’Enginyeria de Materials (GEMAT) at Institut Químic de Sarrià, Universitat Ramon Llull, Via Augusta, 390, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
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- Tractivus SL, Via Augusta, 394, 08017 Barcelona, Spain; (J.G.-P.); (R.T.); (S.B.)
- Grup d’Enginyeria de Materials (GEMAT) at Institut Químic de Sarrià, Universitat Ramon Llull, Via Augusta, 390, 08017 Barcelona, Spain
- CIBER-BBN, Networking Center on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine, 500018 Zaragoza, Spain
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- Electrochemical Methods Laboratory-Analytical and Applied Chemistry Department at Institut Químic de Sarrià, Universitat Ramon Llull, Via Augusta, 390, 08017 Barcelona, Spain; (M.A.); (J.A.)
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- Electrochemical Methods Laboratory-Analytical and Applied Chemistry Department at Institut Químic de Sarrià, Universitat Ramon Llull, Via Augusta, 390, 08017 Barcelona, Spain; (M.A.); (J.A.)
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Rao PV, Rao AL, Maheswara Prasad SVU. Development and Validation of a Method for Simultaneous Estimation of Sitagliptin and Ertugliflozin in Rat Plasma by LC-MS method. CURR PHARM ANAL 2021. [DOI: 10.2174/1573412916999200630123120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
Background:
The development of sound bioanalytical LC-MS (liquid chromatography-mass
spectroscopy) method(s) is of paramount importance during the process of drug discovery, development
and culminating in a marketing approval. The use of oral antidiabetic agents has been increased
significantly from the last decades and till now no bioanalytical method is available for quantitation of
sitagliptin (SG) and ertugliflozin (EG) in biological matrix which can be applied to pharmacokinetic
studies using LC-MS/MS.
Objective:
To develop a new, rapid and sensitive LC–MS/MS method for the simultaneous estimation of sitagliptin (SG)
and ertugliflozin (EG) in rat plasma by liquid–liquid extraction method (LLE) using deutereated sitagliptin (SGd6) and
ertugliflozin (EGd6).
Methods:
Chromatographic separation was carried out on a reverse phase Waters, Xetrra C18 (150mm x
4.6mm, 2μm) column using a mixture of acetonitrile and OPA buffer (50:50v/v) at a flow rate of
1ml/min in isocratic mode. Quantification was achieved using an electrospray ion interface operating in
positive mode, under Multiple Reaction Monitoring (MRM) conditions.
Results:
The method showed excellent linearity over the concentration range of 5.00- 75.00pg/mL for sitagliptin and 0.75-
11.35pg/mL ertugliflozin. The intra-batch and inter batch precision (%CV) was ≤ 4.3% and matrix effect (%CV) was
0.02% and 0.12% for sitagliptin at HQC and LQC, respectively. Matrix effect (%CV) was 0.08% and 0.33% for
ertugliflozin at HQC and LQC, respectively.
Conclusion:
The simplicity of the method allows for application in laboratories, presents a valuable tool for
pharmacokinetic studies. The particular assay has been proficiently put on pharmacokinetic study in rats subjects.
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- Vallabhaneni Venkatadri. Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Gudlavalleru, A.P-521 356, India
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Zhou W, Fu G, Li X. Detector-Free Photothermal Bar-Chart Microfluidic Chips (PT-Chips) for Visual Quantitative Detection of Biomarkers. Anal Chem 2021; 93:7754-7762. [PMID: 33999603 DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.1c01323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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The volumetric bar-chart microfluidic chips (V-Chips) driven by chemical reaction-generated gas provide a promising platform for point-of-care (POC) visual biomarker quantitation. However, multiple limitations are encountered in conventional V-Chips, such as costly and complex chip fabrication, complicated chip assembly, and imprecise controllability of gas production. Herein, we introduced nanomaterial-mediated photothermal effects to V-Chips, and for the first time developed a new type of V-Chip, photothermal bar-chart microfluidic chip (PT-Chip), for visual quantitative detection of biochemicals without any bulky and costly analytical instruments. Immunosensing signals were converted to visual readout signals via photothermal effects, the on-chip bar-chart movements, enabling quantitative biomarker detection on a low-cost polymer hybrid PT-Chip with on-chip scale rulers. Four different human serum samples containing a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) as a model analyte were detected simultaneously using the PT-Chip, with a limit of detection of 2.1 ng/mL, meeting clinical diagnostic requirements. Although no conventional signal detectors were used, it achieved comparable detection sensitivity to absorbance measurements with a microplate reader. The PT-Chip was further validated by testing human whole blood without the color interference problem, demonstrating the good analytical performance of our method even in complex matrices and thus the potential to fill the gap in current clinical diagnostics that is incapable of testing whole blood. This new PT-Chip driven by nanomaterial-mediated photothermal effects opens a new horizon of microfluidic platforms for instrument-free diagnostics at the point-of-care.
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- Wan Zhou
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79968, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79968, United States.,Biomedical Engineering Research Center, Medical School of Ningbo University, Ningbo, Zhejiang 315211, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79968, United States.,Border Biomedical Research Center, Biomedical Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79968, United States.,Environmental Science and Engineering, The University of Texas at El Paso, 500 West University Avenue, El Paso, Texas 79968, United States
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Opuni KFM, Boadu JA, Amponsah SK, Okai CA. High performance liquid chromatography: A versatile tool for assaying antiepileptic drugs in biological matrices. J Chromatogr B Analyt Technol Biomed Life Sci 2021; 1179:122750. [PMID: 34237479 DOI: 10.1016/j.jchromb.2021.122750] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2020] [Revised: 04/18/2021] [Accepted: 04/27/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Epilepsy is a recurrent long-term illness occurring in approximately 1.0% of the world's population. There are currently about 29 approved antiepileptic drugs for the management of epilepsy. Due to narrow therapeutic indices of most antiepileptic drugs, clinical pharmacokinetic characteristics and therapeutic drug monitoring of these drugs are imperative. The objectives of this review were to identify common chromatographic principles, requirements and/or conditions for high-performance liquid chromatography as applied to assay of antiepileptic drugs in biological matrices. The review was conducted using 66 peer reviewed articles (1990 to 2020) from 29 journals that were sought via PubMed, Science Direct and Google Scholar. In all, 29 antiepileptic drugs were assayed from 6 different biological matrices. Forty-three of the reviewed articles estimated the concentration of only one antiepileptic drug, whilst 23 articles focused on simultaneous determination of two or more antiepileptic drugs. Thirty-four, 20, and 14 articles reported using liquid-liquid extraction, protein precipitation, or solid phase extraction for sample clean up, respectively. The ratio of reversed-phase to normal phase, LC-UV to LC-MS and isocratic elution to gradient elution were 61:3, 43:7 and 55:11, respectively. With the exception of one article the reported recoveries ranged from 60.3% to 109.6%. It is noteworthy, that, the performance metrics of high-performance liquid chromatography are better compared to other assays of antiepileptic drugs in biological matrices. This review describes the relevant liquid chromatographic method conditions over the past 30 years for the analysis of this class of drugs, which provides a basis for further method development and optimization.
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- Kwabena F M Opuni
- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, University of Ghana, Ghana.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, University of Ghana, Ghana
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- Department of Medical Pharmacology, University of Ghana Medical School, University of Ghana, Ghana
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- Department of Laboratory Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Kumasi Technical University, Ghana
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Validation of Analytical Methods Used for Pesticide Residue Detection in Fruits and Vegetables. FOOD ANAL METHOD 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s12161-021-02027-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Wohlrab J, Stadie L, Neubert RHH, Bosse K. [Development of an ivermectin-containing syrup as an extemporaneous preparation for treatment of scabies in children]. Hautarzt 2021; 72:720-728. [PMID: 33847760 PMCID: PMC8322012 DOI: 10.1007/s00105-021-04806-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Oral ivermectin can be used to treat scabies. Evidence for safe and effective use in young children in individual treatment situations has been developed and published. In order to also ensure a body weight-adapted dosage for children, an ivermectin-containing syrup was developed as an extemporaneous preparation. MATERIALS AND METHODS Since ivermectin is not available as a pure substance for the formulation, tablets containing active ingredient were used as a basic material for development. The formulation was designed according to pharmaceutical, regulatory and use-oriented criteria. An HPLC (high-pressure liquid chromatography) method was developed and validated to demonstrate chemical stability. In order to facilitate the practical implementation, information on suitable packaging material and application aids was also developed and the formulation was evaluated. RESULTS It has been demonstrated that the final formulation produced in the pharmacy was stable and can be stored for 3 weeks. No concerns were raised regarding the tolerability of the syrup formulation. The physicochemical properties and the taste of the formulation allow the intended use as a well-dosed syrup for children. CONCLUSION The developed formulation meets the requirements of the Apothekenbetriebsordnung (Pharmacy Work Rules; Section 7 ApBetrO) and enables an exact, body weight-adapted dosage of oral ivermectin in young children. Studies on human pharmacokinetics or clinical studies to demonstrate tolerability and/or efficacy are not available for the formulation.
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- Johannes Wohlrab
- Universitätsklinik für Dermatologie und Venerologie, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Ernst-Grube-Str. 40, 06120, Halle (Saale), Deutschland. .,An-Institut für angewandte Dermatopharmazie e. V., Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland.
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- An-Institut für angewandte Dermatopharmazie e. V., Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland
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- An-Institut für angewandte Dermatopharmazie e. V., Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland
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- An-Institut für angewandte Dermatopharmazie e. V., Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale), Deutschland
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Brocks DR, Hamdy DA. Bayesian estimation of pharmacokinetic parameters: an important component to include in the teaching of clinical pharmacokinetics and therapeutic drug monitoring. Res Pharm Sci 2021; 15:503-514. [PMID: 33828594 PMCID: PMC8020855 DOI: 10.4103/1735-5362.301335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2020] [Revised: 09/25/2020] [Accepted: 09/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Bayesian estimation of pharmacokinetic parameters (PKP), as discussed in this review, provides a powerful approach towards the individualization of dosing regimens. The method was first described by Lewis Sheiner and colleagues and it is well suited in clinical environs where few blood fluid measures of drugs are available in the clinic. This makes it a valuable tool in the effective implementation of therapeutic drug monitoring. The principle behind the method is Bayes theorem, which incorporates elements of variability in a priori-known population estimates and variability in the pharmacokinetic parameters, and known errors intrinsic to the assay method used to estimate the blood fluid drug concentrations. This manuscript reviews the Bayesian method. The literature was scanned using Pubmed to provide background into the Bayesian method. An Add-in for Excel program was used to show the ability of the method to estimate PKP using sparse blood fluid concentration vs time data. Using a computer program, the method was able to find reasonable estimates of individual pharmacokinetic parameters, assessed by comparing the estimated data to the true PKP. Education of students in clinical pharmacokinetics is incomplete without some mention and instruction of the Bayesian forecasting method. For a complete understanding, a computer program is needed to demonstrate its utility.
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- Dion R Brocks
- Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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