World-leading LC/MS/MS technology for quantitation and identification

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The API 3000 LC/MS/MS System leads the field in sensitivity, specificity, and reliability.
The Applied Biosystems/MDS SCIEX API 3000 LC/MS/MS System is at the heart of our total solution for quantitation and identification. The systemincluding the API 3000 mass spectrometer, powerful Analyst software, rugged ion sources, and fully integrated LC equipmentsets the standard for dependability in the lab. The API 3000 system has the largest installed base of any LC/MS/MS system because of its proven history of superior performance.

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The API 3000 system offers: Unsurpassed sensitivityinnovative ion optics and pumping technology ensure the lowest limits of detection (LOD) and quantitation (LOQ) in even the most difficult matrices. Superior MS/MS performancerevolutionary LINAC collision cell technology provides the fastest scan times without compromising sensitivity or mass spectral quality.

Greater throughputadvanced software applications, including automated methods development, for the routine analysis of hundreds of samples per day. Unmatched ruggedness and reliabilityguaranteed by our robust ion sources and interface technology. Ease of useadvanced acquisition and processing software completely automates analysis.

Technology innovations that increase performance and productivity

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The patented LINAC high-pressure collision cell accelerates ions through the collision quadrupole, providing increased sensitivity at greatly reduced dwell times.

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The API 3000 system incorporates exclusive technologies that ensure heightened performance and minimal downtime in your lab. The LINAC high-pressure collision cell provides exceptional sensitivity and performance in all modes of MS/MS operation by ensuring maximum transfer of ions to the detector. The proven Curtain Gas interface greatly reduces the need for routine maintenance by protecting the interface region and quadrupole analyzer from contamination. Rugged ion sources from Applied Biosystems/MDS SCIEX significantly increase the systems productivity and reliability. IonSpray and APCI (atmospheric pressure chemical ionization) sources are available for a wide range of flow rates and mobile phase compositions.

Proven Curtain interface technology ensures maximum uptime and productivity by protecting the mass analyzer from contamination.

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Performance that sets the industry standard

Powerful Analyst software achieves fast results with ease.

Proven success
Applied Biosystems/MDS SCIEX has been at the core of advancements in pharmaceutical research since 1989. We have used our knowledge and our customers experience to develop systems that increase the throughput and quality of results in DMPK (drug metabolism pharmacokinetics). Our LC/MS solutions also provide informatics interfacing, help to achieve GLP compliance, and fully meet the recommendations of 21 CFR Part 11. The API 3000 LC/MS/MS System delivers sensitivity, specificity, and ruggednessday after day, year after year that are the standard of the pharmaceutical industry.

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An 800 femtogram injection of minoxidil from a proteinprecipitated plasma sample demonstrates the high-sensitivity performance of the API 3000 system.

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Even very low levels of analytes can be accurately quantitated due to the excellent sensitivity of the API 3000 system. This 156 femtogram injection of terfenadine in protein-precipitated plasma is easily quantitated.

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Calibration curve for 5-fluorouracil demonstrates broad linear dynamic range to ensure the highest confidence in results.

Integrated solution
The API 3000 system with Analyst software unites performance and ease of use, simplifying every aspect of data acquisition and processing. Analyst software incorporates five core functionsconfigure, tune, acquire, explore, and quantitatethat allow both novice and expert users to generate sophisticated analytical results. Our total system-based approach sets the benchmark for performance. This superior level of performance, combined with our tools for higher throughput, meet the productivity demands of DMPK labs.

300 injections of diphenhydramine from protein-precipitated plasma over a 24-hour period show excellent precision, with a CV of 2.56%. The high degree of robustness engineered into the API 3000 system provides consistently high-quality results.

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System versatility
Applied Biosystems/MDS SCIEX continues to lead the industry in technology innovations. Our API 3000 system combines superior hardware with flexible software applications that allow you to generate more results in less time. Our patented LINAC collision cell significantly increases sensitivity with greatly reduced dwell times, eliminating cross-talk from background material. Using the LINAC collision cell, you can run n-in-one experiments and analyze multiple components simultaneously. The result: measurably increased lab productivity.

Solutions for increased throughput

Application flexibility
Analyst software can be expanded with advanced automated applicationsAutomaton, Information Dependent Acquisition (IDA), and Metabolite IDto extend system functionality for early DMPK screening in drug discovery. The Automaton application performs automated, unattended quantitative analysis of in vivo and in vitro samples from drug discovery and development experiments. Automaton streamlines the process by automating method development, acquisition, and data processing of a set of target compounds.

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The fast scan times and elimination of cross-talk afforded by the LINAC collision cell allow for higher throughput n-in-one experiments in which multiple components can be measured in a single LC/MS/MS run.

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The Information Dependent Acquisition (IDA) application for Analyst software maximizes the information generated in a single LC/MS run. Using IDA with triple quadrupole systems, you can achieve unprecedented selectivity of candidate ion species with precursor ion and neutral loss scan functions. Simple user interfaces allow you to rapidly select specific mass and retention time (SMART) filters and mass inclusion lists, which can further increase the information yield of an LC/MS/MS run. The Metabolite ID software application automates metabolite profiling, saving time and increasing sample throughput. Predefined common metabolite transformations, as well as user-defined transformations, are screened during the acquisition of an initial LC/MS run. A subsequent run is automatically generated to provide LC/MS/MS structural information on the metabolites found in the screen. The API 3000 system using Analyst software also supports integrated control of a variety of LC platforms for greater system flexibility and productivity. Applied Biosystems/MDS SCIEX commitment to ongoing product development is demonstrated through our constant innovation of LC/MS technology.

from our lab to yours

Applied Biosystems/MDS SCIEX introduced the first dedicated LC/MS/MS system based on innovative IonSpray technology in 1989. Today, we maintain the largest installed base of dedicated LC/MS/MS systems in the world. Applied Biosystems/MDS SCIEX systems have revolutionized mass spectrometry by dramatically increasing the range and ease with which compounds can be analyzed.

The API 3000 LC/MS/MS System is part of a comprehensive line of superior technology solutions for LC/MS and LC/MS/MS. API QSTAR Pulsar Hybrid LC/MS/MS System

Worldwide Sales Offices

Applied Biosystems vast distribution and service network, composed of highly trained support and applications personnel, reaches into 150 countries on six continents. For international office locations, please call the division headquarters or refer to our Web site at www.appliedbiosystems.com. Applera Corporation is committed to providing the worlds leading technology and information for life scientists. Applera Corporation consists of the Applied Biosystems and Celera Genomics businesses. Applied Biosystems/MDS SCIEX is a joint venture between Applera Corporation and MDS Inc.

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