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Pre-packed reverse phase columns for isolation of complex lipids synthesized from radioactive precursors

Journal Article · · J. Lipid Res.; (United States)
OSTI ID:5681702

Pre-packed reverse phase columns (Bond Elut) were used for the separation of complex lipids, such as phosphatidylcholine, cerebrosides, sulfatides, and gangliosides, from their respective water-soluble radioactive precursors after their in vitro biosynthesis. After an incubation in vitro, the entire reaction mixture is passed through the column, where complex lipids are retained and the hydrophilic radioactive precursors are washed away from the column. The retained lipids are then eluted with a more nonpolar organic solvent. The procedure is shown to be simpler and more efficient than the normally used Folch partitioning method or other procedures.

Research Organization:
Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, Waltham, MA
OSTI ID:
5681702
Journal Information:
J. Lipid Res.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Lipid Res.; (United States) Vol. 26:1; ISSN JLPRA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English