Streptomycin dosage

Streptomycins belong to the aminoglycoside antibiotic family. Historically used in veterinary medicine and sometimes in agriculture, they are now strictly regulated due to health risks and the growing problem of antibiotic resistance. The presence of streptomycins in food products or plant extracts must be rigorously controlled. The dosage makes it possible to verify the absence of non-compliant residues and to guarantee the safety of products placed on the market.

Analytical methods for the determination of streptomycins

The analysis of streptomycins is based on reference methods using liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry:

• HPLC (high performance liquid chromatography), combined with UV or fluorimetric detection.
• LC-MS/MS (liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry), the technique of choice for achieving high sensitivity and optimal selectivity in complex matrices.
• These methods allow for the precise quantification of streptomycins, even at very low concentrations, in accordance with European regulations on maximum residue limits (MRLs).

They are comparable to the techniques used for the dosage of antibiotics or the dosage of impurities .

Industrial and regulatory applications

Streptomycin dosing is essential in many contexts:

• Human food: verification of the conformity of dairy products, honey, processed fruits and vegetables.
• Nutraceuticals: securing food supplements based on plants or animal products.
• Plants and agriculture: monitoring of plant extracts and ingredients from crops that may be exposed to antibiotic treatments.

These analyses enable compliance with European and international regulations, which set strict thresholds for antibiotic residues, and ensure transparency for consumers.

Matrices analyzed for streptomycins

YesWeLab supports the analysis of streptomycins in various matrices: dairy products and derivatives, honey, plant extracts, nutritional powders, dietary supplements, and processed foods. Each matrix is ​​prepared according to specific protocols to eliminate interferences and obtain reliable and reproducible results.

Security and compliance issues

The detection and quantification of streptomycins respond to several major challenges:

• Ensure food safety and protect public health.
• Prevent risks associated with antibiotic resistance by limiting exposure to antibiotic residues.
• Comply with European regulations setting precise MRLs.
• Meeting growing consumer expectations for transparency and naturalness.

These issues are part of a global quality control system, alongside other controls such as pesticide dosage or heavy metal dosage .

YesWeLab's expertise in streptomycin dosage

YesWeLab collaborates with a network of more than 200 partner laboratories, specialized in physicochemical analyses and accredited to ISO 17025 and COFRAC. Our experts select the analytical methods best suited to your matrices and specific needs. Thanks to our digital platform, you benefit from simplified management: online quotes, sample tracking, and rapid results delivery. Since 2020, manufacturers, distributors, and design offices have trusted us to guarantee the compliance and safety of their products.

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