Magnetic Particle-Based Automated Chemiluminescence Immunoassay for the Determination of Hydrocortisone Residues in Milk
2025
Yuan-Yuan Yang | Bao-Zhu Jia | Zhen-Lin Xu | Yi-Xian Liu | Lin Luo
Hydrocortisone is a typical glucocorticoid commonly used in livestock production: however, its overuse can result in hormone residues in milk. Long-term consumption of such milk may lead to a series of health issues. Therefore, the timely and rapid detection of hydrocortisone in milk is crucial for protecting human health. In this study, a magnetic particle-based direct chemiluminescence immunoassay (MP-DCLIA) incorporating a streptavidin&ndash:biotin signal amplification system was developed for the rapid and high-throughput detection of hydrocortisone in milk. Automated operations reduce human error and enhance the accuracy and repeatability of tests. The assay can be completed in 12 min with a linear detection range of 13.09&ndash:261.71 &mu:g/L, a limit of detection (LOD) of 4.94 &mu:g/L, a limit of quantification (LOQ) of 14.84 &mu:g/L, and intra- and inter-batch variations of less than 5%. The method demonstrated stability and exhibited no cross-reactivity with structural analogues. Spiked recoveries of milk samples ranged from 85.85% to 100.30%, with results strongly correlating with those obtained from LC-MS/MS. The MP-DCLIA offers rapidity, high efficiency, stability, and precision, making it a promising tool for practical testing applications.
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