Optimizing conditions in online RPLC × SFC for the analysis of complex samples containing neutral compounds: Solving injection issues.

The online combination of reversed-phase liquid chromatography and supercritical fluid chromatography (online RPLC × SFC) is an attractive technique for the characterization of complex samples containing neutral compounds as the two techniques are highly complementary, especially with a polar stationary phase in supercritical fluid chromatography (SFC). However, the setup is challenging due to the presence of hydro-organic solvents in RPLC, which become injection solvent in SFC. In this study, numerous key experimental parameters were identified and found to have a major effect on peak shape under RPLC × SFC conditions.

Autoantibodies Against Dihydrolipoamide S-Acetyltransferase Are Not Associated With Immune-Mediated Neuropathies.

Objectives: Dihydrolipoamide S-acetyltransferase (DLAT), the E2 component of the mitochondrial pyruvate dehydrogenase complex (PDC-E2), has recently been suggested to be a biomarker of chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). It was particularly associated with sensory variants of CIDP. Antimitochondrial antibodies are important for the diagnosis of primary biliary cholangitis, but insofar, only 2 studies have reported an association with CIDP.

Online Supercritical Fluid Chromatography Hyphenated to Fourier Transform Ion Cyclotron Resonance Mass Spectrometry with Quadrupole Detection for Microalgae Bio-Oil Characterization.

Microalgae are an attractive feedstock for biofuel production thanks to their renewable nature, high growth rate, and ability to use anthropogenic CO. The conversion of microalgae by hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) leads to a solid residue, a gaseous phase, and a biocrude. However, the bio-oil is rich in heteroatoms and requires upgrading processes to be used as biofuels.

An immuno-DOT diagnostic assay for autoimmune nodopathy.

Objectives: Autoimmune nodopathy (AN) is a life-threatening peripheral neuropathy mediated by four autoantibodies targeting axoglial cell adhesion molecules at the nodes of Ranvier: Neurofascin-155 (Nfasc155), PanNeurofascin (PanNfasc), Contactin-1 (CNTN1), and Contactin-associated protein 1 (CASPR1). Antibody detection is a strong biomarker for AN diagnosis and treatment monitoring. The aim of this study was to develop an immuno-dot assay (immuno-DOT) compatible with routine implementation in medical laboratories.