Ergot Alkaloids by LC/MS/MS Screen
| Description | Ergot alkaloids screen by liquid chromatography- tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS/MS). This assay tests for Ergosine, Ergosinine, Ergotamine, Ergocornine, Ergocryptine, Ergocristine, Ergotaminine, Ergocorninine, Ergocryptinine, Ergocristinine. This test does not test for Ergovaline. Detection limit of 20 ppb (0.02 ppm). |
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| Department | Toxicology |
| Fee | $125 |
| Days Tested | As needed |
| Turnaround Time | 5-10 days |
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| Specimen | Feed- Wheat, Barley, Rye, Sorghum and Hay |
| Sampling Requirements | Submit a minimum of 20 grams |
| Collection Container | Clean container |
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| Additional Information | For additional information, please see Ergot in Small Grains publication. Submit samples along with the Toxicology Feed and Water Submission Form. |