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  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Bioanalysis
  • Mass Spectrometry

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  • Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC/MS) is crucial for bioanalysis.
  • Traditional calibration methods can be affected by matrix effects and procedural variability.
  • Improving accuracy and throughput in LC/MS bioanalysis remains a key challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and validate a new calibration procedure for LC/MS bioanalysis called A/B fortification.
  • To demonstrate the advantages of A/B fortification over conventional calibration techniques.
  • To enhance the accuracy, reduce bias, and minimize outliers in quantitative LC/MS assays.

Main Methods:

  • The proposed A/B fortification involves pre-extraction fortification (A-spike) for recovery and post-extraction fortification (B-spike) for matrix effects.
  • Samples are fortified after extraction into an injection-ready state.
  • The A/B fortification method was compared against representative blank matrix fortification, sample fortification, and internal standard methods.

Main Results:

  • A/B fortification significantly reduced bias compared to internal standard techniques.
  • The method demonstrated superior accuracy over sample fortification and representative blank matrix fortification.
  • A/B fortification produced significantly fewer outliers, attributed to reduced uncertainty in peak area subtractions.
  • Elimination of procedural errors by post-extraction spiking improved quantification reliability.

Conclusions:

  • A/B fortification offers a more accurate and reliable calibration strategy for LC/MS bioanalysis.
  • The method enhances throughput by simplifying the fortification process.
  • This approach effectively compensates for signal suppression/enhancement and minimizes variability in quantitative assays.