Short chain fatty acids
Key indicators of gut fermentation and metabolic health
This panel provides a quantitative analysis of 7 short-chain fatty acids, including acetate, propionate, and butyrate. As primary products of gut microbiota fiber fermentation, these molecules are key regulators of metabolism, immune function, and intestinal barrier integrity.
Comprehensive metabolic coverage
Our high-sensitivity LC-MS workflow is specifically optimized for the volatile nature of SCFAs, ensuring accurate quantification across diverse biological matrices.
Key features of our service
Quantitative Precision: Absolute quantification of 7 major SCFAs.
Microbiome Link: Direct measurement of microbial fermentation activity.
High Sensitivity: Optimized protocols to capture low-abundance metabolites in biofluids and tissues.
Sample requirements & pricing
To ensure the highest data quality, please adhere to the following minimal required sample amounts
Turnaround Times
Standard Turnaround: Up to 8 weeks
Express Service (+25% fee): 4 weeks
Price per sample
80 EUR - cells, cell extracts and biofluids (plasma/serum/urine)
90 EUR - tissue samples
100 EUR - feces
Minimal required sample amounts
Plasma/Serum - 25 uL
Urine - 250 uL
Cells - 500000
Tissue - 30 mg
Feces - 500 mg
Short Chain Fatty Acids (SCFA) Metabolite list
Custom Method Development
If your molecule of interest or a specific molecular class is not covered by our existing panels, we offer a Custom Method Development service.
Our team works closely with you to design tailored analytical approach, optimizing sample preparation, chromatographic separation, and mass spectrometry detection for your specific targets. This service ensures reliable, reproducible, and high-sensitivity measurements, enabling you to confidently test your hypothesis. With our custom methods, even challenging or novel molecules can be accurately detected and studied, unlocking new insights into your research.