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Analysis of ergot alkaloids — a review

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Methods for detection and determination of ergot alkaloids in grains, grasses, feeds and grain foods are reviewed. They incorporate simple detection procedures - colorimetry, thin layer chromatography and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay - or instrumental procedures such as liquid chromatography with fluorescence, mass spectrometric (MS) or MS/MS detection, capillary zone electrophoresis, and direct MS/MS.

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Scott, P.M. Analysis of ergot alkaloids — a review. Mycotox Res 23, 113–121 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02951506

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