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High-performance liquid chromatography of phosphatidic acid
1U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research, Peoria, IL 61604, USA.
Journal of Chromatography. B, Biomedical Applications
|September 15, 1995
Summary
This review covers high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) methods for analyzing phosphatidic acid (PA), a key lipid. It details derivatization, detection, and separation techniques for accurate PA quantification.
Area of Science:
- Lipid Biochemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
Background:
- Phosphatidic acid (PA) plays a crucial role in lipid biochemistry.
- Accurate analysis of PA is essential for understanding its biological functions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and consolidate existing high-performance liquid chromatographic (HPLC) methods for phosphatidic acid (PA) analysis.
- To provide a comprehensive overview of techniques relevant to PA quantification in diverse matrices.
Main Methods:
- Review of published literature on HPLC methods for PA analysis.
- Discussion of derivatization techniques to enhance sensitivity and chromatographic behavior.
- Evaluation of various detection methods based on sensitivity, specificity, and compatibility.
- Compilation of normal-phase and reversed-phase HPLC data for PA.
Main Results:
- Derivatization significantly improves detection sensitivity and chromatographic performance of PA.
- Various state-of-the-art detectors offer different advantages in terms of sensitivity and specificity.
- Compiled data highlights the utility of both normal-phase and reversed-phase HPLC for PA separation.
Conclusions:
- Effective HPLC methods, including appropriate derivatization and detection, are vital for accurate phosphatidic acid analysis.
- This review serves as a valuable resource for researchers working on PA quantification in various biological and chemical samples.