Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) Test
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Price
$285 per analysis
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Turnaround time 7 – 9 Business Days
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Rush Available
Technical data sheet
Print- Method description
A sample is heated/cooled at a constant rate measuring energy transitions.
- Acceptable matrices
Solids and liquids
- Limit of quantitation
Thermal transitions can be measured in the range of –50°C to 700°C.
- Equipment
Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC)
- Method reference
Internally Developed Method
- Reportable unit
Energy (J/g) and Temperature (°C) at each transition
- Sample size requirements
10 g
- Information required by submitter
Please supply estimates
- Additional information
This thermal analysis technique measures endothermic and exothermic transitions as samples are heated or cooled. Applications to foods include freezing and melting temperatures, gelatinization temperatures in starches and flours, protein denaturation, and fat melting characteristics. Glass transitions in foods and polymers can also be determined. NOTE: If the goal of testing is to determine the freezing point of your sample, please contact us to discuss testing applicability and protocol. Crystal formation (freezing) relies on nucleation that may not be controlled in this analysis. Super-cooling may occur and cause the measurement of freezing temperatures below the sample’s freezing point.
Common Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) Test Testing Questions
We make every effort to keep our methods and detection limits up to date according to the latest standards and qualifications. If you have any questions regarding the limit of detection/quantification or method references, please contact our Customer Service team at 1-800-245-5615.
Our standard turnaround time is 10 business days for most assays. There are some assays that require a longer turnaround time. We also offer a RUSH service that is half the time of the standard turnaround time of the assay at double the cost of the assay. A few assays that we provide cannot be rushed due to the nature of the test. Please check the specific assay you are interested in regarding the ability to RUSH the turnaround time.
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