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Insights into the Versatility of Using Atomic Absorption Spectrometry in Antibacterial Research.

Authors :
Krüger, David
Matshwele, James T. P.
Mukhtar, Muhammad Dauda
Baecker, Daniel
Source :
Molecules. Jul2024, Vol. 29 Issue 13, p1-15. 15p. 7 Diagrams, 3 Charts.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The ongoing development of bacterial resistance to antibiotics is a global challenge. Research in that field is thus necessary. Analytical techniques are required for such a purpose. From this perspective, the focus was on atomic absorption spectrometry (AAS). Although it is old, AAS often offers unexpected potential. Of course, this should be exploited. The aim was therefore to demonstrate the versatility of the technique in antibacterial research. This is illustrated by various examples of its practical application. AAS can be used, for example, to confirm the identity of antibacterial compounds, for purity controls, or to quantify the antibiotics in pharmaceutical preparations. The latter allowed analysis without laborious sample preparation and without interference from other excipients. In addition, AAS can help elucidate the mode of action or resistance mechanisms. In this context, quantifying the accumulation of the antibiotic drug in the cell of (resistant) bacteria appears to play an important role. The general application of AAS is not limited to metal-containing drugs, but also enables the determination of some organic chemical antibiotics. Altogether, this perspective presents a range of applications for AAS in antibacterial research, intending to raise awareness of the method and may thus contribute to the fight against resistance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14203049
Volume :
29
Issue :
13
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Molecules
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
179360494
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules29133120