Analysis of Zeaxanthin by Single Quadrupole LC–MS
March 2nd 2005(3R, 3’R)-zeaxanthin is one of several dietary carotenoids found in human ocular tissue. Research has shown that concentrations of zeaxanthin, as well as other carotenoids, are significantly lower than normal in the macula of persons diagnosed with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD)...
Determination of Protease Inhibitors Used in the Treatment of HIV
March 2nd 2005Protease inhibitors are a class of anti-HIV drugs used in combination therapy to block replication of the HIV virus in a person's blood. It is important to monitor the levels of these drugs in the patient since resistance can develop at low levels and at high levels the drug can exhibit toxic effects.