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                                                            • Mass Spectrometry Amino Acids, LC MS Amino Acid Analysis Methods, Quantitative Amino Acid Analysis

                                                            Combined, Quantitative Mass Spectrometry (LC MS) Analysis Of Twenty One (21) Amino Acids In Human Plasma

                                                            By Vipin Agarwal, PhD
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                                                            Mass Spec Amino Acids

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                                                            A premier biotech was looking to design and implement a multi-analyte (21) LC-MS/MS method for Quantitative Amino Acid Analysis in human plasma.

                                                            Quantitating amino acids in human plasma relies on selective, reliable, and accurate bioanalytical methods and biomolecular assays like LC MS amino acid analysis. Amino acids are present in varying concentrations in complex biological matrices and have strong polarities and low molecular weights.

                                                            Bioanalytical scientists employ several amino acid analysis methods, such as fluorescence, ultraviolet, electrochemical, and mass spectrometry, for determining amino acids and capillary electrophoresis or HPLC for separation. Ultraviolet and fluorescence techniques usually need a derivatization step, which improves the detection sensitivity and separation capabilities. However, sample preparation is a tedious process and requires longer analytical time.

                                                            In addition to balancing multiple analytes, we needed to tackle their low molecular weight. Another major challenge our scientists faced was the high endogenous levels of these amino acids in the biological matrix. Our team was tasked with quantifying these amino acids in varying concentrations and strong polarities utilizing selective, reliable, and accurate bioanalytical amino acid analysis methods.

                                                            Recent technological efforts have enabled tandem mass spectrometry amino acids detection of underivatized amino acids. Tandem mass spectrometry for amino acids offers high sensitivity and selectivity and has a simpler sample preparation protocol. That said, quantitating underivatized amino acids when analyzed by UHPLC is still challenging, given the variable effects from biological matrices and poor retention times.

                                                            Amino

                                                            Solution

                                                            Our veteran scientists chose to adopt the technologically advanced tandem mass spectrometry amino acids detection of underivatized amino acids instead of the traditional fluorescence, ultraviolet, electrochemical, and mass spectrometry approaches.

                                                            We prepared all samples for the amino acid assay per FDA guidelines. Our innovative approach and adherence to established protocols guarantee precise amino acid analysis methods for comprehensive insights into biological processes and diagnostic applications. Here are the steps our team followed for the quantitative amino acid analysis:

                                                            • Developed two distinct LC MS amino acid analysis methods to analyze 17 and 5 (out of 21) amino acids in human plasma, respectively
                                                            • Separated these amino acids through reverse-phase liquid chromatography, which offered peak symmetry and better retention for all analytes
                                                            • Ensured minimal matrix effects and high accuracy by using a cocktail of stable labeled internal standard, canonical amino acid mix for all analytes of interest
                                                            • Performed GLP LC-MS/MS method validation to quantitate these amino acids in small volume (75 µL) of human plasma
                                                            • The amino acids were detected using in-source fragmentation and tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) for amino acids
                                                            • Achieved acceptable intra-run and inter-run accuracy and precision at five different concentration levels for quality controls
                                                            • Completed data acquisition with Scienx’s Analyst v1.7, and data processing with Watson LIMS™ v7.6

                                                            Quantitative Amino Acid Analysis Lab

                                                            Outcome

                                                            NorthEast BioLab has successfully developed and validated a robust and transferable LC-MS/MS method for Quantitative Amino Acid Analysis for 21 amino acids in biological matrices. We can apply the finding of our LC MS amino acid analysis methods by HPLC method in numerous investigations requiring amino acid quantification as a biomarker. It can thus help our sponsors explore new pathways and treatments that involve amino acids.NorthEast BioLab ensures dependable and comprehensive amino acid analysis methods that drive innovation and contribute to scientific advancement.

                                                            Some salient features our combined LC MS amino acid analysis method for 21 amino acids, include:

                                                            • Critical evaluation of several parameters, including calibration range, accuracy and precision, analyte carryover, dilution integrity, matrix effect, and analyte recovery
                                                            • The analyte response at the QC_LLQ was ≥ 5 times the analyte response of the zero calibrators, demonstrating greater sensitivity of the LC-MS/MS method
                                                            • Intra-run and inter-run accuracy and precision (%CV) range for QC_Low, QC_Mid, and QC_High met the batch acceptance criteria, indicating that LC-MS amino acid analysis provides reliable, accurate, and reproducible results for target amino acids
                                                            • The development of a reproducible LC-MS/MS-based bioanalytical method for simultaneous quantitation of L-Aspartic Acid, Glycine, DL-Alanine, L-Asparagine, L-Tryptophan, L-Phenylalanine, DL-Arginine, L-Isoleucine, DL-Leucine, L-(+)-Lysine, L-Proline, DL Serine, DL-Tyrosine, L-Valine, Trans-4-hydroxy-L-Proline, DL-5-Hydroxy-DL-Lysine, L-Histidine in human plasma

                                                            Our current amino acid analysis services using mass spectrometry for amino acids can safely provide reliable, accurate, and reproducible results for your targeted amino acids. The internally labeled standards help reduce the matrix effects, supporting the precise quantitative amino acid analysis of these crucial analytes in biological matrices.

                                                            Our LC MS amino acid analysis method development and validation for quantitating 21 amino acids in human plasma ensures precise and reliable results. Quantitative amino acid analysis is crucial for understanding biological processes and diagnosing disorders. Our amino acid analysis methods employ state-of-the-art instrumentation to achieve high accuracy and sensitivity. Trust our quantitative amino acid analysis expertise to support your research and clinical investigations effectively.

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