SampliQ C8/Si-SCX
The use of mixed-mode stationary phases is widely accepted for the extraction
of basic drugs from biological fluids. The SampliQ Mixed-Mode Reversed-Phase
SPE product consists of an alkyl phase (C8) and a strong cation exchange
phase (Si-SCX) in an optimized ratio that provides a dual retention mechanism.
The C8 functionality interacts with the hydrophobic portions of an analyte
while the Si-SCX functionality interacts with the protonated amine portion.
The strong analyte interactions allow the use of more rigorous washing
conditions to eliminate co-extractables that might interfere with UV detection
or cause ion suppression effects in LC-MS. The SampliQ Mixed-Mode phase
is manufactured with trifunctional silanes allowing for maximum stability
and low leachability. The phase is non-endcapped which gives some added
interaction between residual silanols and polar analytes helping to provide
added retention characteristics.