René van der Molen obtained his Bsc degree at Hogeschool Van Hall Larenstein (Leeuwarden) in Forensic Sciences where he specialized in analytical chemistry. Currently, he works as an analytical chemist and LC–MS operator at Ducares B.V., Trading as Triskelion. He is specialized in the analysis of small molecules in complex veterinary matrices.
Advanced LC–MS Analysis for PFAS Analysis in Eggs
October 11th 2024The European Commission's regulation on maximum levels for certain contaminants in food highlights the need for precise and reliable methods to quantify per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in various food matrices. This article discusses development and validation of a robust method for analyzing 21 PFAS compounds in chicken eggs using solid-phase extraction (SPE) and liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC–MS).