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AOAC 2011.23 LC-MS/MS determination of sulfonamides in meatAOAC 2011.23 LC-MS/MS Determination of Sulfonamides in Meat: Eurolabs Laboratory Testing Service
The AOAC 2011.23 method for the determination of sulfonamides in meat by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) is a widely accepted and recognized standard for testing sulfonamide residues in animal-derived food products. This standard is developed and published by the Association of Official Analytical Chemists (AOAC), an international organization that establishes and maintains standards for analytical methods.
The AOAC 2011.23 method is based on ISO/TS 18743:2009, which provides guidelines for the validation of analytical methods for residues in animal-derived food products. This standard requires laboratories to follow a rigorous testing protocol to ensure accuracy, precision, and reliability of test results.
In addition to the AOAC 2011.23 method, several other international standards govern the testing of sulfonamides in meat, including:
These standards emphasize the importance of accurate and reliable testing to ensure public health and safety.
The AOAC 2011.23 LC-MS/MS determination of sulfonamides in meat is a critical test required by regulatory agencies, such as the US FDA and the European Commission, to ensure compliance with maximum residue limits (MRLs) for veterinary medicinal products.
The main reasons for conducting this test are:
The consequences of not performing this test include:
The industries and sectors that require this testing are:
The risk factors and safety implications associated with sulfonamide residues in meat include:
The AOAC 2011.23 LC-MS/MS determination of sulfonamides in meat involves the following steps:
1. Sample Preparation: Meat samples are homogenized, extracted with a solvent mixture, and cleaned up using solid-phase extraction (SPE).
2. LC-MS/MS Analysis: The extract is analyzed using a high-performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry system.
3. Data Acquisition and Processing: Data are acquired and processed using specialized software to detect and quantify sulfonamide residues.
The testing equipment and instruments used include:
The test report format for the AOAC 2011.23 LC-MS/MS determination of sulfonamides in meat includes:
The benefits of performing the AOAC 2011.23 LC-MS/MS determination of sulfonamides in meat include:
Eurolab offers a comprehensive laboratory testing service for AOAC 2011.23 LC-MS/MS determination of sulfonamides in meat, including: