West Coast Metabolomics Center April News
Quick Summary
- WCMC's Targeted LC-MS Team has made a remarkable comeback with pre-pandemic samples run on their targeted assays.
- Available targeted assays: Bile Acids, Oxylipins, and Steroids.
- 71% of samples run in Q1 of 2024 are human plasma!
Service Core’s Targeted LC-MS Team Triumphs in Q1 2024!
We are thrilled to announce that our esteemed Targeted LC-MS team has made a remarkable comeback, approaching pre-pandemic sample numbers once again! As depicted in the recent data, 2024 marks a significant milestone where resilience and innovation converge.
Benefit from Our Assays:
- Bile Acids:
- From Biocrates®, we offer a comprehensive bile acids assay that provides insights into the complex metabolic pathways and physiological roles of these crucial molecules. With precision and accuracy, we unveil the intricate balance of bile acids that is pivotal to overall health.
- Oxylipins:
- The Oxylipins assay is at the forefront of unveiling the roles of these lipid mediators in inflammation, immunity, and cellular signaling. Our meticulous approach ensures that every sample reveals the dynamic interplay of oxylipins in various physiological states.
- Steroids:
- With an unwavering commitment to excellence, our steroids assay delineates the multifaceted world of steroid hormones. Come and explore their profound impacts on metabolism, immune responses, or cellular communication with unparalleled depth.
Sample Types in 2024:
The distribution of various sample types by their number in Q1 2024 is illustrated in the pie chart below:
Plasma Samples:
- This blood-derived biofluid is a rich source of diverse metabolites reflecting an individual’s physiological state and health.
Stool Samples:
- Provides insights into gut microbiota activity and host-microbiome interactions.
- Q1 2024 sample types include human stool, Equine plasma, mouse plasma, mouse stool, mouse liver, rat plasma, and bovine cell culture media.
Together, we are not just overcoming challenges but also advancing metabolomics to unprecedented heights. Here’s to more discoveries, innovations, and milestones ahead!
For more information visit our website here or reach out to our Project Manager, Scott Mackell metabolomics@ucdavis.edu
View our complete list of assays and services here.