A Novel Automation Platform in Combination with dSPE for Workflow Improvements in Food Testing prior to GC/MS Analysis

Food safety testing has grown over the last 10 years. The diverse nature of the samples add complexity making method standardisation challenging. However, default methodology, for solid-matrix pesticide analysis is firmly centred around QuEChERS (Quick, Easy, Cheap, Effective, Rugged and Safe) followed by dSPE (Dispersive Solid Phase Extraction) clean up. Both techniques are manual, labour intensive and typically difficult to automate. This poster will present the use of a dedicated automation platform combined with a prototype dSPE" column for improved workflow for pesticide extraction from food matrices."