Review of Sample Preparation Techniques for the Analysis of Pesticide Residues in Soil

Author: Tadeo José L.   Pérez Rosa Ana   Albero Beatriz   García-Valcárcel Ana I.   Sánchez-Brunete Consuelo  

Publisher: AOAC International

ISSN: 1944-7922

Source: Journal of AOAC International, Vol.95, Iss.5, 2012-09, pp. : 1258-1271

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Abstract

This paper reviews the sample preparation techniques used for the analysis of pesticides in soil. The present status and recent advances made during the last 5 years in these methods are discussed. The analysis of pesticide residues in soil requires the extraction of analytes from this matrix, followed by a cleanup procedure, when necessary, prior to their instrumental determination. The optimization of sample preparation is a very important part of the method development that can reduce the analysis time, the amount of solvent, and the size of samples. This review considers all aspects of sample preparation, including extraction and cleanup. Classical extraction techniques, such as shaking, Soxhlet, and ultrasonic-assisted extraction, and modern techniques like pressurized liquid extraction, microwave-assisted extraction, solid-phase microextraction and QuEChERS (Quick, Easy, Cheap, Effective, Rugged, and Safe) are reviewed. The different cleanup strategies applied for the purification of soil extracts are also discussed. In addition, the application of these techniques to environmental studies is considered.

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