Abstract
A in-line desorption device was developed, which allows for direct analysis of dried blood spots eliminating the need for punching disks from the filter paper cards. Using this device, we have validated a method to quantify biomarkers related to maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), a metabolism disorder that often requires a second-tier test for confirmation. Direct analysis of newborn screening cards is conducted in-line with a high-resolution chromatographic separation with mass spectrometry using electrospray ionization and multiple-reaction monitoring. Quantification of leucine and isoleucine using an isotopically labeled internal standard encompasses a range suitable for MSUD assessment. Precision and accuracy of the technique was acceptable with relative standard deviations within 10% at three fortified concentrations and an unfortified level. A post-column infusion test shows minimum matrix suppression was observed using this direct sampling technique.
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