Use of a new LC-MS method for the determination of pyrrolizidine alkaloids in feeds

Abstract

Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) are secondary metabolites produced by many plant species. Due to their toxicity PAs can pose a risk to human and animal health. To detect the toxic compounds in feed materials a sensitive method based on liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry has been developed.

Keywords

• feed
• pyrrolizidine alkaloids
• lc-ms