This document describes the use of capillary electrophoresis coupled with electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (CE-ESI-MS) to analyze hallucinogenic mushroom extracts. The data presented here demonstrate feasibility. Additional method development and/or validation may be required for routine use.
This document describes a method for identifying hallucinogenic mushrooms using Capillary Electrophoresis coupled with Electrospray Ionization Mass Spectrometry (CE-ESI-MS). The study utilized an Agilent Capillary Electrophoresis system coupled to an Agilent MSD equipped with an electrospray source and orthogonal sprayer. The sample was a methanolic extract provided by a law enforcement agency.
| Injection time | 3 sec @ 50 mbar |
|---|---|
| Capillary length | 100 cm, 50 pm id |
| Voltage | 25 kV |
| Temperature | 25°C |
| Sheath liquid | 0.5 % acetic acid in 50 % acetonitrile |
| Scan range | 80-500 m/z |
The document demonstrates the feasibility of analyzing extracts from hallucinogenic mushrooms using capillary electrophoresis coupled with electrospray ionization mass spectrometry.
The capillary used in the analysis has a total length of 100 cm.
The equipment operates at a voltage of 25 kV.