ISO 67139 Macrolide Residue Analysis in Pet Food
The ISO 67139 standard provides a robust framework for the analysis of macrolide residues in pet food. This service is particularly critical as it ensures compliance with international regulations aimed at safeguarding both human and animal health. Macrolides are a class of antibiotics that, when improperly administered or ingested by pets, can lead to adverse effects such as antibiotic resistance, organ toxicity, and potential allergic reactions.
The testing process begins with the collection and preparation of pet food samples. These samples must be representative of the batch being tested to ensure accurate results. The sample is then subjected to a series of purification steps designed to isolate macrolide residues for analysis. After extraction, the purified sample is analyzed using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) coupled with mass spectrometry (MS/MS), which provides a sensitive and specific method for detecting even trace amounts of macrolides.
The results are compared against established limits set by regulatory bodies such as the FDA and EU legislation. Compliance with these standards is essential to ensure that pet food products do not contain unsafe levels of macrolide residues, thereby protecting pets from potential health risks. The methodology used ensures high accuracy and precision, making it suitable for both routine monitoring and validation studies.
Our laboratory follows strict quality control protocols throughout the testing process, ensuring reliability and consistency in our results. This includes regular calibration of instruments, use of standardized reagents, and adherence to international standards. By adhering to these stringent procedures, we can provide you with accurate and reliable data that meet your compliance requirements.
For detailed information on the parameters involved in this analysis, please refer to the Applied Standards table provided below:
| Applied Standards |
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| ISO 67139:20XX - Determination of macrolide residues in pet food by high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS) |
The Scope and Methodology section further details the approach used for this analysis:
| Scope and Methodology |
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| The scope encompasses the identification, quantification, and confirmation of macrolide residues in pet food samples. The methodology involves sample preparation, extraction, cleanup, chromatographic separation, and detection by HPLC-MS/MS. |
