Protein determination, or protein quantification, is a must to understand the TPC, total protein content, in a sample or in a product.
Accurate protein determination is important for its critical role in diet and health. One of the most common goals of protein determination tests: to monitor protein content at multiple points along the food process chain.
VELP manufactures cutting-edge technology for protein determination according to primary methods: Kjeldahl, Dumas (combustion).
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Kjeldahl method involves the digestion of food with a strong acid so that nitrogen is released, which is then quantified using a titration technique. Protein quantity is then calculated from the nitrogen concentration of the food using a conversion factor. This is considered the standard method for protein measurement.
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Dumas method, also known as combustion method, Nitrogen and Protein determination ensures fast results, ease-of-use and safety.