Tyramine (amino acid) dosage

Tyramine is a biogenic amine naturally formed by the decarboxylation of tyrosine, an amino acid found in many foods. It is present in varying amounts in fermented products, such as aged cheeses, cured meats, and wines, as well as in certain plants used in herbal medicine.

In the body, tyramine acts as a modulator of blood pressure. However, at high doses, it can cause unwanted physiological effects, particularly in people taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). Therefore, its measurement is essential for assessing the safety of foods or formulations containing natural extracts rich in biogenic amines.

Objectives of tyramine assay

Tyramine levels are measured for several industrial purposes:

• Quality control of fermented foods (cheeses, sausages, wine)
• Food safety within the framework of food regulations
• Standardization of plant extracts for nutraceutical supplements
• Monitoring of fermentation or aging processes

This analysis is particularly important in the food processing, animal health and herbal medicine sectors, where the excessive presence of biogenic amines can affect the sensory quality and conformity of products.

Analytical techniques used

YesWeLab offers several methods for analyzing tyramine, depending on the matrices and detection thresholds required:

• HPLC with UV detection: standard method for simple matrices
• HPLC with fluorescence detection: more sensitive for complex matrices
• LC-MS / LC-MS/MS: ideal for trace detection in plant extracts or food supplements

All methods are adapted to current standards, with the possibility of validation according to ISO 17025 for regulatory purposes.

Analyzable matrices

Tyramine levels can be measured in a wide variety of matrices, including:

• Fermented products: matured cheeses, cured meats, fermented sauces, fermented fish
• Extracts of plants rich in amines: beans, fenugreek, cocoa, etc.
• Dietary supplements based on plants or amino acids

Why analyze tyramine with YesWeLab?

YesWeLab offers you quick and centralized access to the best analytical skills:

• A network of certified and experienced partner laboratories specializing in the analysis of biogenic amines
• An intuitive digital platform for tracking samples, submitting your requirements, and retrieving results
• Personalized scientific support to help you choose the methods best suited to your product

Useful links to other related analyses

• Histamine dosage
• Total biogenic amine assay

How to order?

Add this service to your quote request directly via our catalogue, or contact our scientific team to discuss your specifications.