Analysis of the Nucleoside Content of Cordyceps sinensis Using the Stepwise Gradient Elution Technique of Thin-Layer Chromatography

Nucleoside is the main class of active components in Cordyceps sinensis. Thin-layer chromatography (TLC) is one of the most commonly used methods in pharmacopoeias for analyzing chemical components of herbal medicine. Since the isocratic elution method cannot be applied successfully in TLC analysis for separating all the nucleoside components, the stepwise gradient elution has been developed in this work to separate eight nucleoside standards with success. In this way, quantitative analyses of the samples of Cordyceps sinensis were achieved via the proposed TLC procedure coupled with the scanning densitometric techniques of CAMAG and TLCQA methods for qualitative and quantitative analysis.     

Biomonitoring of xenobiotics by planar chromatography (thin-layer chromatography)

The classical chromatographic technique, thin-layer chromatography (TLC), has been outpaced for some time by the more recent techniques of high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and gas chromatography (GC). Recently, improved TLC layers, reliable spotting devices, new derivatization reagents, sophisticated chromatographic equipment and simple mathematical procedures for evaluation have become available and accepted. There seems to be a trend in many laboratories to re-introduce this classical but still young technique for quantitative analysis. Some of the facets involved and experiences from our laboratory are discussed in this article.     

Thin-layer chromatography applied to foods of animal origin: a tutorial review

The chromatography techniques are partially characterized by presence of two phases (stationary and mobile), which allows identification, semi-quantification or quantification of important compounds in different matrices. Among chromatography methods, the thin-layer chromatography (TLC) must be considered for using in routine laboratories due to a number of advantages such as practicality, fast results and effectiveness, low cost, and simultaneous determination of analytes. This review describes the application of this technique to foods of animal origin, as well as compares TLC with other chromatographic methods. TLC has a strong potential as a surrogate chromatographic model for qualitative and quantitative analysis. Therefore, several modifications have been carried out to the conventional TLC system. Nevertheless, further studies should be performed in order to contribute with the scientific community and propagate the TLC method, which has performance and economic advantages compared to other chromatographic techniques.     

Application of Densitometry to the Determination of Catechin in Rose-Hip Extracts

JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC - Thin-layer chromatography and densitometry have been used for qualitative and quantitative analysis of catechin in methanolic...     

Thin-Layer Chromatography and Densitometry of Caffeic Acid in some Dipsacaceae Family Plants

JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC - Gradient thin-layer chromatography and densitometry have been used for qualitative and quantitative analysis of caffeic acid in...     

High-performance thin-layer chromatographic analysis of three components in Arnebia guttata Bunge

JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC - High-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) was used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of...     

Biennial review of planar chromatography: 2011–2013

The most important advances in planar chromatography published between November 1, 2011 and November 1, 2013 are reviewed in this paper. Included are an introduction to the current status of the field; student experiments, books, and reviews; theory and fundamental studies; apparatus and techniques for sample preparation and TLC separations (sample application and plate development with the mobile phase); detection and identification of separated zones (chemical and biological detection, TLC/mass spectrometry, and TLC coupled with other spectrometric methods); techniques and instruments for quantitative analysis; preparative layer chromatography; and thin layer radiochromatography. Numerous applications to a great number of compound types and sample matrices are presented in all sections of the review.     

High-Performance Thin-Layer Chromatography Combined with Densitometry for Quantitative Analysis of Chlorogenic Acid in Fruits of Peucedanum alsaticum L.

JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC - High-performance thin-layer chromatography with densitometric detection has been used for quantitative analysis of chlorogenic acid...     

Analysis of PCB's by Thin-Layer Chromatography

Abstract

A screening thin layer chromatography (TLC) technique has been developed that can be done in the field. Quantitative analysis by TLC densitometry can be done in a laboratory (or field van). A densitometer is needed for quantitative work by TLC. An Apple computer may be added to use as a computational device. Semi-quantitative results may be obtained by visual comparisons. Confirmations may be made by silver halide visualization on TLC. Dehalogenation with sodium biphenyl, chlorination with antimony pentachloride, or mass spectral confirmation may be used. Quantitative analysis is possible of the derivatized positive samples.     

Biennial review of planar chromatography: 2009-2011

The most important advances in the planar chromatography published between November 1, 2009 and November 1, 2011 are reviewed in this paper. Included are an introduction to the current status of the field; history, student experiments, books, and reviews; theory and fundamental studies; apparatus and techniques for sample preparation and TLC separations (sample application and plate development with the mobile phase); detection and identification of separated zones (chemical and biological detection, TLC/MS, and TLC coupled with other methods); techniques and instruments for quantitative analysis; preparative layer chromatography; and thin layer radiochromatography. Selected applications are given in the various sections of the review, especially for modern HPTLC-densitometry.     

New Evaluation Algorithm in Diode-Array Thin-Layer Chromatography

JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC - In-situ densitometry for qualitative or quantitative purposes is a key step in thin-layer chromatography (TLC). It is a simple...     

Recent advances in thin-layer chromatography of pesticides

Advances in the applications of thin-layer chromatography (TLC) and high-performance thin-layer chromatography (HPTLC) for the separation, detection, and qualitative and quantitative determination of pesticides, other agrochemicals, and related compounds are reviewed for the period 1998-2000. Analyses are covered for a variety of samples, such as food, biological, and environmental, and for residues of pesticides of various types, including insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides, belonging to different chemical classes. References on formulation analysis, hydrophobicity studies, and the use of TLC and thin-layer radiochromatography (TLRC) for studies of pesticide metabolism, degradation, uptake, and related studies are also included.     

BMD-TLC — the Useful Technique for Quantitative Analysis of Chelidonine,Chelerithrine and Berberine in Herbal Drugs

JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC - Three step bivariant multiple development thin-layer chromatography (BMD-TLC) technique was used in the quantitative analysis of...     

A new interface to couple thin-layer chromatography with laser desorption/atmospheric pressure chemical ionization mass spectrometry for plate scanning

An interface to allow on-line qualitative and quantitative full-plate detection and analysis of compounds separated by thin-layer chromatography (TLC) is presented. A continuous wave diode laser is employed as a desorption source. Atmospheric pressure chemical ionization mass spectrometry ionizes and subsequently identifies the desorbed sample molecules. Besides direct laser desorption on untreated TLC plates, graphite particles were used as a matrix to couple in the laser power and improve the efficiency of desorption.     

Application of image analysis technique for the determination of thiophanate methyl by thin-layer chromatography

A simple and convenient thin-layer chromatography (TLC) method combined with image analysis technique was developed to determine thiophanate methyl. The detection of pesticide was based on iodine–azide reaction. Digital images of TLC plate chromatograms were analysed using TLSee software, and quantitative analysis was conducted. The linearity (0.3–3.0 µg per spot), sensitivity, accuracy and precision of the system were investigated.     

A Validated TLC-Densitometric Method for the Simultaneous Determination of Formoterol Fumarate and Budesonide in Pressurized Metered-Dose Inhaler

JPC – Journal of Planar Chromatography – Modern TLC - A simple and robust thin-layer chromatography (TLC) method has been developed and validated for the simultaneous quantitative...     

The use of thin-layer chromatography in the assessment of the quality of lutein-containing dietary supplements

Bivariant multiple development thin-layer chromatography technique (BMD–TLC) along with high-performance liquid chromatography–diode array detection–electrospray ionization–mass spectrometry (HPLC–DAD–ESI–MS) analysis was used in determination of lutein or lutein mixed with zeaxanthin in eight dietary supplements. The developed two-step TLC separation procedure combined purification, compaction of samples and separation of the analyzed compounds what significantly shortened and simplified samples preparation. Qualitative analysis was based on co-chromatography with reference substances and HPLC–DAD–ESI–MS analysis. It was revealed that three of eight dietary supplements did not contain lutein. In turn, quantitative analysis with the use of developed TLC conditions along with densitometry showed that the amount of lutein or its mixture with zeaxanthin in the others differed from that claimed by producers.

     

Application of the TLC image analysis technique for the simultaneous quantitative determination of L-proline and L-lysine in dietary supplement

A simple and sensitive thin-layer chromatography (TLC) method coupled with an image analysis technique was developed for the simultaneous quantitative determination of L-proline and L-lysine in dietary supplement with good precision and accuracy. Separation was performed on silica gel plates using ethanol‒toluene (2:3, V/V) as the mobile phase. The visualization of chromatograms was based on iodine–azide reaction; therefore, pre-chromatographic derivatization reaction of amino acids with phenyl isothiocyanate was performed. Digital images of TLC plate chromatograms were converted into peak chromatograms, and quantitative analysis was conducted using TLSee software.

     

计算机辅助一清片径向展开薄层色谱定性与定量方法初探

径向薄层色谱法（RTLC）是一种将样品呈圆形或环状点样,然后将展开剂从中心向外沿径向输送的薄层色谱方法。在一定的展开距离内,RTLC是一种分离快速、扩散小、不拖尾的高效分离和半制备方法。目前关于RTLC分离的报道较多,但对RTLC定性和定量的报道较少。该文采用自编程方式结合图像处理软件,实现RTLC图像数字化处理,形成RTLC数字化图谱,并对RTLC进行定性与定量方法学验证,建立了一清片RTLC定性与定量方法。辅助计算机技术,对一清片径向展开薄层色谱定性与定量方法进行初探。结果表明,该方法用于RTLC定性的可靠度较好,但用于RTLC的定量,仍有不足之处,这可能与实验环境条件等有关。通过搭载更好的分离和数据采集设备,RTLC会有适合的用武之地。计算机图像处理和自编程方法的结合给了RTLC和其他一些分析相关的技术广阔的发展前景。相信未来在计算机技术的辅助下,薄层色谱技术会迈上一个新的台阶。     

Evaluation of quantitative thin layer chromatography using staining reagents

Thin layer chromatography (TLC) using staining reagents is a superior method for analyzing organic compounds without chromophores. It is fast, versatile and sometimes the only viable method. We have investigated quantitative TLC using staining reagents, in combination with modern image analysis software. Our results show that it is possible to get reliable measurements, suitable for high-throughput screening or physical organic investigations. The range of detection and the errors for the different parts of the process are illustrated. We show that the errors are largely due to the staining process and can be diminished by measuring ratios of compounds.