Recent novel MEKC applications to analyze free amino acids in different biomatrices: 2009-2010

Electrophoresis. 2012 Jan;33(1):36-47. doi: 10.1002/elps.201100336. Epub 2011 Nov 30.

Abstract

This report intends to provide an updated overview of the most important methodological developments of MEKC in the field of qualitative/quantitative analysis of free amino acids in different matrices. A good number of articles published in the years 2009-2010 addresses the main applications of such procedures together with their advantages and/or drawbacks. The usefulness of chiral CE selective methods for the separation of D-amino acids in biological and food samples and the use of microchips, as well as other foreseen trends in different areas, are also discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Amino Acids / analysis*
  • Amino Acids / blood
  • Amino Acids / urine
  • Animals
  • Chromatography, Micellar Electrokinetic Capillary / methods*
  • Electrophoresis, Capillary
  • Food Analysis
  • Humans
  • Stereoisomerism
  • Surface-Active Agents

Substances

  • Amino Acids
  • Surface-Active Agents