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Sensitive fluorometric method for tissue tocopherol analysis

S L Taylor, M P Lamden, A L Tappel

    Lipids
    |July 1, 1976
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    This study presents a new, reliable method for measuring tocopherol (Vitamin E) in tissues. This technique accurately quantifies tocopherol levels in various rat organs and cellular components.

    Area of Science:

    • Biochemistry
    • Analytical Chemistry
    • Cell Biology

    Background:

    • Accurate quantification of tocopherol (Vitamin E) is crucial for understanding its biological roles and potential health implications.
    • Existing methods for tocopherol analysis may lack sensitivity, reproducibility, or are susceptible to interference from other substances.
    • Investigating tocopherol distribution within cellular compartments provides insights into its metabolic pathways and functional significance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and validate a sensitive and highly reproducible method for the analysis of tocopherol in biological tissues.
    • To identify and characterize the fluorochrome responsible for fluorescence in the non-saponifiable lipid extract.
    • To determine the distribution of tocopherol in various rat tissues and subcellular fractions.

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    Main Methods:

    • Tissue samples underwent saponification with ascorbic acid to eliminate interfering compounds.
    • Non-saponifiable lipids were extracted using hexane.
    • Tocopherol was quantified using a fluorometric assay with excitation at 290 nm and emission at 330 nm.
    • Thin layer and column chromatography were employed for identification and purity assessment.
    • Radiolabeled tocopherol was used to assess potential oxidation during the procedure.

    Main Results:

    • The developed method demonstrated high sensitivity and reproducibility for tocopherol quantification.
    • The primary fluorochrome in the non-saponifiable lipid extract was identified as tocopherol.
    • No significant oxidation of tocopherol to tocopherylquinone was observed during the analytical process.
    • Tocopherol concentrations were measured in homogenates and subcellular fractions of rat liver, kidney, lung, heart, and red blood cells.
    • Heavy mitochondrial and microsomal fractions exhibited the highest subcellular concentrations of tocopherol.

    Conclusions:

    • The described fluorometric method offers a reliable approach for accurate tocopherol analysis in diverse biological matrices.
    • The findings highlight the significant presence of tocopherol in mitochondrial and microsomal fractions, suggesting key roles in these organelles.
    • This method facilitates further research into tocopherol's function and distribution in cellular and tissue contexts.