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Mass spectrometry is an important technique for the identification of pure compounds. However, it has some limitations for the analysis of complex mixtures, often due to excessive fragmentation making the spectrum too complicated to decipher. Mass spectrometry can be combined with suitable separation methods in sequence, forming hyphenated methods, which are useful in the analysis of complex mixtures.
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  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Mass Spectrometry
  • Chromatography

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  • Ambient mass spectrometry (AMS) provides rapid screening but suffers from matrix effects and limited selectivity in complex samples.
  • Lack of a separation step in AMS can lead to false positives from isomers or isobars.
  • Existing methods require improvement for accurate and sensitive analysis of complex matrices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel sequential analysis strategy combining ambient MS and LC-MS for improved sample analysis.
  • To address challenges of matrix effects and selectivity in complex sample matrices.
  • To validate the method for practical applications like anti-doping testing.

Main Methods:

  • A sequential strategy integrating non-exhaustive microdesorption from solid-phase microextraction (SPME) with coated blade spray-MS (CBS-MS) and LC-MS.
  • Initial rapid screening using CBS-MS with minimal solvent for high enrichment.
  • Confirmation of suspicious samples via exhaustive desorption followed by LC-MS analysis.

Main Results:

  • The developed method significantly reduces matrix effects and enhances sensitivity through analyte enrichment using a matrix-compatible SPME coating.
  • The sequential approach demonstrated high efficiency and environmental friendliness, using only microliters of organic solvents for screening.
  • Successful application in anti-doping testing, detecting 53 prohibited substances in urine samples.

Conclusions:

  • The integrated CBS-MS and LC-MS strategy offers a powerful tool for rapid screening and definitive confirmation of analytes in complex samples.
  • This approach overcomes limitations of traditional AMS, providing enhanced selectivity and reduced false positives.
  • The method is validated, sensitive, environmentally friendly, and suitable for demanding analytical challenges such as anti-doping.