02/28/2022
New UPLC-MS/MS bioanalytical method for quantification of Glycopyrronium and Indacaterol
We are glad to announce that a new method has been successfully developed and validated for determination of Glycopyrronium and Indacaterol in human plasma by LC/MS/MS with a calibration range of 1-200 pg/mL and 2-250 pg/mL, respectively.
Since both analytes can be quantified in a single run, it allows for reduced volumes of blood required, a faster turnaround time for sample analysis and significant cost advantages.
The method involves a solid-phase extraction procedure. Glycopyrronium, Indacaterol and internal standards are measured by reversed phase ultra-high performance liquid chromatography coupled to tandem mass spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS).
The development of this assay adds to the long experience of Anapharm with high sensitivity methods for inhaled drugs including Tiotropium, Fluticasone, Salmeterol and Formoterol.
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