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Sample Submission & Analysis Costing

Please fill out the Analysis Request Form, providing as much information as you can. It is helpful to supply results of GC or LC runs for samples submitted for those techniques. We require you to supply the GC temperature program used or the LC gradient conditions used. All the above will help in setting up the analysis to match findings you already have and will ensure speedy analysis. A copy of this can be printed out from your computer go to the Analysis Request Form and select print from the File menu.

If you are unsure as to the best method of analysis please consult .

NB . Research students must have the Analysis Request form signed by their supervisor.

Samples can be submitted as solids or in solution in a sample vial. Any type of vial that is secure is acceptable, but the Eppendorf type vial of 1.5ml capacity is preferred. The sample must be labelled with sample name or ID and the submitter's name. Samples for EI, CI and GCMS should be in the range of 0.1 to 1mg/ml if in solution, or 1mg of dried material. Samples for ESI and APCI should be submitted in mobile phase at 0.05 to 0.1mg/ml or as dried material approx 1mg. For peptide and protein assays freeze dried samples containing approx 1nmole of each component should be supplied.

If the sample is dissolved in a solvent it is imperative that the nature of the solution is disclosed, the analysis can incorporate clean up if necessary.

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Analysis Time

Samples submitted for analysis will generally be run within 5 working days after submission. Some types of analysis are done in batch work. For large batches these will be booked to be run in a single day or over the weekend. All the techniques are performed on a routine basis with the exception of FAB.

If sample stability is a problem then please consult the MSAF Staff to book a time for your analysis.

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Sample Costing

The type of analysis performed and the time involved reflects the cost of the analysis from as little as $50.00 for single component to >$150.00 /sample for complex mixtures. This can be discussed with the Facility Manager .

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Notes on the Analysis Request Form

Print out and return The analysis request form with your sample.

  • Samples for ESI and APCI can only be run by Infusion or LCMS.
  • Samples for CI & EI can be run by Probe or GCMS.
  • For GCMS or LCMS please supply information on the program used for GC or for LC the column and solvent system used.
  • Please note limitations as per the Techniques page.
  • If sending samples by mail they should be sent in an approved mailing tube available at your post office. Allow extra time for sample dispatch and analysis.
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