Formation of aflatoxin derivatives on thin layer chromatographic plates.
Rapid confirmation of the presence of aflatoxins B-1 and G-1 in foods is provided by reaction with trifluoroacetic acid at the origin of a thin layer chromatographic plate. The procedure has been used successfully with various nuts, grains, coffee and cocoa beans, and other foods.
D000348:Aflatoxins / Q000032:analysis*; D002855:Chromatography, Thin Layer / Q000379:methods; D005504:Food Analysis
D000348:Aflatoxins