Journal Published Online: 01 July 1985
Volume 30, Issue 3

An Evaluation of Fused Silica Capillary Columns for the Screening of Basic Drugs in Postmortem Blood: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Fused silica capillary columns (Durabond®) have been evaluated for the screening of more than 100 basic drugs in postmortem blood samples. The combination of these columns, nitrogen-phosphorus detectors, and SKF-525A (internal standard) allows for the simultaneous screening and quantitation of several basic drugs such as amphetamines, amitriptyline, and codeine. Approximately 2000 blood samples have been analyzed by this procedure. The use of capillary columns results in excellent baseline stability and this, together with an autosampler and data system, enables unattended overnight operation. “Double peaking” associated with splitless injection can be a problem as can sensitivity for some of the polar drugs; however, with the extraction procedure described and the equipment used, the screening of blood for basic drugs is improved when compared with packed column technology.

Author Information

Koves, EM
Toxicology Section, Centre of Forensic Sciences, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Wells, J
Toxicology Section, Centre of Forensic Sciences, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Stock #: JFS11003J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS11003J