
GABA (neurotransmitter) and its isomers are polar zwitter-ionic compounds. Due to the position of amino-groups, all three compounds show different polar and basic properties. The isomers of aminobuturic acid are separated on an Obelisc N HILIC/cation-exchange column. Buffer concentration has a different effect on retention of alpha-, beta-, and gamma-aminobutyric acid. This general and robust method can be used for separation of other polar and ionizable compounds and isomers by mixed-mode chromatography.
| Mobile Phase | MeCN/H2O |
|---|---|
| Buffer | AmFm pH 3.0 |
| Flow Rate | 1.0 ml/min |
| Detection | ELSD |
| Class of Compounds | Acid |
| Analyzing Compounds | Alpha-Aminobutyric acid, Beta-Aminobutryic acid, Gamma-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) |