Standard front-end cleaning for TripleTOF systems by Christie Hunter | Aug 10, 2021 | Instrument maintenance, QTOF, SCIEX information, TechnologyGeneral points: Use of laboratory deionized (DI) water is specified at points in the procedure. However, if there are any concerns regarding quality, please utilize a reputable supplier of pure deionized water (>18.2M ohm). 5-10 liters will typically be required...
Simple tests for determining whether to clean your QJet ion guide and IQ0 Lens on your TripleTOF system by Christie Hunter | Aug 10, 2021 | Instrument maintenance, QTOF, SCIEX information, TechnologyAssessing the linear response of ITC (dynamic ion transmission control) is an easy way to determine whether you should clean your QJet ion guide and IQ0 lens. A clean rod set and lens should give a linear response when ramping the ITC parameter and the ratio of 132...
Having issues differentiating CBD from THC in hemp-derived products? by Pierre Negri | Aug 8, 2021 | Cannabis, Forensic, QTRAP / Triple Quad, Results, SCIEX information, ToxicologyThe popularity of CBD products has been on the rise following a federal move to legalize hemp. In an effort to regulate the sale of hemp-derived products in the United States, the government legalized CBD derived from hemp that contains no more than 0.3% THC by dry...
Need a reliable, crowd-sourced HR-MS database for screening Novel Psychoactive Substances (NPS)? by Pierre Negri | Aug 8, 2021 | Data processing, Forensic, QTOF, SCIEX information, SCIEX OS software, Toxicology, ZenoTOF 7600 systemThe recent influx of novel psychoactive substances (NPS) into the recreational drug market has posed a serious burden to public health. The availability of these substances through the Internet has contributed to the widespread of NPS globally, raising great concern...
Looking for an educational podcast on forensic toxicology? by Pierre Negri | Aug 8, 2021 | Forensic, Results, SCIEX information, ToxicologyListen to the Toxpod, an informative podcast about the many facets of the field of forensic toxicology created by Tim Scott and Peter Stockham, two forensic toxicologists working for the South Australian government. Produced by Forensic Science South Australia and the...