Sisi Tang, Ruili Li, Shuting Huang, Qi Liu, Xiaoqing Chen
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Abstract
The specific identification and effective surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) detection of multiple antibiotic residues in food samples remain challenging due to the interference of complex matrices and the low concentrations of the target analytes. Herein, we develop a novel sensor (SERS-CP-MI) that integrates SERS with molecular imprinting technology for sensitive and selective simultaneous detection of ampicillin (AMP) and chloramphenicol (CAP). The SERS-activated capillary (SERS-CP) utilizes capillary as carriers for plasmonic nanoparticles (Ag NPs) serving as recognition unit, where the modification of Ag NPs on the inner wall of the capillaries significantly enhances sensitivity. Meanwhile, the dual-template imprinted polymer (TMIP) was synthesized as capture unit through bulk polymerization and surface imprinting, forming specific cavities for simultaneous detection of AMP and CAP. The proposed method was successfully applied to chicken and milk samples, demonstrating that the SERS-CP-MI sensor is a reliable and effective tool for detecting antibiotic residues in food samples.
期刊介绍:
Food Chemistry publishes original research papers dealing with the advancement of the chemistry and biochemistry of foods or the analytical methods/ approach used. All papers should focus on the novelty of the research carried out.