Tryptamine dosage

Tryptamine is a molecule naturally derived from tryptophan, an essential amino acid. This compound belongs to the indole alkaloid family, also found in many medicinal or traditionally used plants. Its biochemical structure makes it a precursor to several neurotransmitters such as serotonin and melatonin.

In the world of dietary supplements, adaptogenic plant extracts, and neuroactive formulations, tryptamine is sometimes used as an indicator of quality or for standardizing extracts. Its dosage allows for:

• Controlling alkaloid levels in plant extracts
• To guarantee the absence or controlled presence of compounds with neuroactive activity
• Verify regulatory compliance according to the intended use of the products (supplements, nutraceuticals, infusions, etc.)

Tryptamine analysis by LC-MS/MS

Tryptamine is measured by liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), a reference technique for the specific quantification of molecules at low concentrations in complex matrices.

Advantages of the LC-MS/MS method:

• Excellent sensitivity and specificity
• Suitable for plant matrices rich in interfering compounds
• Allows for precise quantification of tryptamine even in trace amounts

Analyzed matrices

YesWeLab offers tryptamine assays in various matrices:

• Extracts of medicinal or aromatic plants
• Plant powders derived from leaves, roots or bark
• Complex nutraceutical formulations: capsules, tablets, liquid solutions
• Infusions or alcoholic macerates used in herbal medicine

Industrial applications

Tryptamine testing is relevant to stakeholders in the following sectors:

• Nutraceutical industry: standardization of formulations targeting concentration, sleep, or nervous system balance
• Herbalism and phytotherapy: validation of the composition of traditional extracts based on Passiflora, Mucuna pruriens, Banisteriopsis, etc.
• Research and innovation: exploration of plants containing indole alkaloids within the framework of natural product development projects

Customized analytical services

At YesWeLab, we support you in managing your tryptamine analyses, whatever your needs:

• Selecting the laboratory best suited to your matrix and sensitivity requirements
• Rigorous adherence to the method, quality standards, and identification of compounds of interest
• Scientific support in case of out-of-specification results or regulatory compliance to be demonstrated

Most of our partner laboratories are ISO 17025 certified and can provide, on request, results that comply with French and European regulatory requirements.

Supplement your analyses with related services

Do you want to expand your analytical research to other indole molecules or tryptophan derivatives? YesWeLab also offers:

• Tryptophan (amino acid) assay
• Serotonin assay
• Melatonin dosage

For extracts intended for food or botanical use, you can also combine this analysis with an analysis of residual pesticides or an analysis of heavy metals .

Why choose YesWeLab?

Since 2020, YesWeLab has been facilitating access to laboratory analyses for manufacturers, formulators, and distributors in the nutraceutical, food, and botanical sectors. Our digital platform allows you to easily submit requests, track your samples, and retrieve your results.

Our commitments:

• Responsiveness and personalized support
• Large catalogue of molecules, including alkaloids, polyphenols, flavonoids, amino acids
• A network of expert laboratories selected for the quality of their analytical methods

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