Improved UPLC-UV Method for the Quantification of Vitamin C in Lettuce Varieties (<em>Lactuca sativa</em> L.) and Crop Wild Relatives (<em>Lactuca</em> spp.)
Abstract:Vitamins, especially vitamin C, are important micronutrients found in fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C is also a major contributor to their antioxidant capacity. Lettuce is one of the most popular vegetables among consumers worldwide.An accurate protocol to measure vitamin C content in lettuce and other related species is crucial. We describe here a method using the ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography-ultraviolet (UPLC-UV) technique, in which sample preparation, vitamin extraction and chromatography c… Show more
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