SCREENING OF COMPOUNDS
Others | 2014 | Agilent TechnologiesInstrumentation
Detection of trace level target compounds in complex sample matrices is essential across environmental, food safety and pharmaceutical applications. High resolution and accurate mass capabilities improve confidence in identifying and quantifying hundreds of analytes present at low concentrations.
This application note demonstrates a streamlined workflow using the Agilent 7200 GC Q-TOF coupled with the 7890B GC and MassHunter software suite. The aim is to screen for a broad panel of compounds with minimal method development and enable retrospective data analysis.
The approach relies on high resolution full spectral acquisition under electron ionization. Key features include:
Instrumentation setup:
Screening hundreds of compounds in complex matrices was achieved with detection limits at trace levels. Full spectrum accurate mass data allowed retrospective interrogation of datasets without rerunning samples. Both unit mass and high resolution spectral libraries were used to confirm compound identity and uncover unexpected peaks. The isotope overlay tool provided additional confidence in elemental composition assignments.
The described method offers:
Advances in software driven automation and expanded accurate mass libraries will further enhance screening throughput and confidence. Integration with machine learning for pattern recognition and suspect screening may open new avenues in environmental monitoring and food safety. Miniaturized or portable high resolution GC Q-TOF systems could extend field deployment possibilities.
The Agilent 7200 GC Q-TOF workflow delivers robust screening of hundreds of target compounds at trace levels in complex matrices. Its high resolution accurate mass capability combined with MassHunter software tools provides flexibility for targeted and retrospective analysis, improving laboratory efficiency and data value.
GC/MSD, GC/MS/MS, GC/HRMS, GC/Q-TOF
IndustriesManufacturerAgilent Technologies
Summary
Significance of Compound Screening in Complex Matrices
Detection of trace level target compounds in complex sample matrices is essential across environmental, food safety and pharmaceutical applications. High resolution and accurate mass capabilities improve confidence in identifying and quantifying hundreds of analytes present at low concentrations.
Study Objectives and Overview
This application note demonstrates a streamlined workflow using the Agilent 7200 GC Q-TOF coupled with the 7890B GC and MassHunter software suite. The aim is to screen for a broad panel of compounds with minimal method development and enable retrospective data analysis.
Methodology and Instrumentation
The approach relies on high resolution full spectral acquisition under electron ionization. Key features include:
- Accurate mass full scan for precise mass assignment and high selectivity
- Removable ion source for simplified maintenance and reduced downtime
- Retention time locking on the 7890B GC for reproducible retention windows
- Extracted Ion Chromatograms using narrow fragment extraction windows to isolate target ions
- Find by Formula algorithm in MassHunter Data Analysis to screen based on exact mass or elemental formulas
- Isotope pattern matching via Molecular Formula Generation tools to confirm theoretical isotope ratios and spacing
Instrumentation setup:
- Agilent 7200 Series GC Q-TOF
- Agilent 7890B Gas Chromatograph with retention time locking
- MassHunter Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis Software
Main Results and Discussion
Screening hundreds of compounds in complex matrices was achieved with detection limits at trace levels. Full spectrum accurate mass data allowed retrospective interrogation of datasets without rerunning samples. Both unit mass and high resolution spectral libraries were used to confirm compound identity and uncover unexpected peaks. The isotope overlay tool provided additional confidence in elemental composition assignments.
Benefits and Practical Applications
The described method offers:
- Rapid screening workflow with minimal method optimization
- High selectivity and sensitivity for low level analytes
- Automated batch processing for large sample sets
- Retrospective analysis capability to target new compounds post acquisition
- Intuitive quantitation for regulatory compliance and quality control
Future Trends and Potential Applications
Advances in software driven automation and expanded accurate mass libraries will further enhance screening throughput and confidence. Integration with machine learning for pattern recognition and suspect screening may open new avenues in environmental monitoring and food safety. Miniaturized or portable high resolution GC Q-TOF systems could extend field deployment possibilities.
Conclusion
The Agilent 7200 GC Q-TOF workflow delivers robust screening of hundreds of target compounds at trace levels in complex matrices. Its high resolution accurate mass capability combined with MassHunter software tools provides flexibility for targeted and retrospective analysis, improving laboratory efficiency and data value.
Reference
- Agilent 7200 Series GC Q-TOF Application Guide 5991-4806EN
- Agilent 7200 Series GC Q-TOF Snapshot 5991-5427EN
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