Abstract
Objective: A novel method for the analysis of alkaloids in Nelumbo nucifera leaves was established by SPE-RRLC-Q-TOF mass spectrometry. Methods: The crude sample was extracted by 1% HCl with ultrasound-assisted extraction, then purified by SPE column, and eluted with ammonia-methanol (5:95). After concentration, the residue was dissolved by methanol solution. The real sample was analyzed by RRLC-Q-TOF. A Welch Materials C18 column was applied in the RRLC separation using acetonitrile and water as mobile phase. The elutes were detected by Q-TOF to obtain the MS spectra with extract molecular weights under positive ion mode. Results: Nine alkaloids were identified. Conclusion: This method can be used to rapidly determine the alkaloids of N. nucifera leaves.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1066-1068 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Chinese Traditional and Herbal Drugs |
| Volume | 42 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| Publication status | Published - 12 Jun 2011 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Alkaloids
- Cation exchange
- Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. leaves
- Rapid resolution liquid chromatography- quadrupole-time of flight (RRLC-Q-TOF) mass spectrometry
- Solid phase extraction (SPE)