Determination of Carotenoids (Lutein)

Carotenoids are color pigments found naturally in many vegetables and fruits that provide red, orange and yellow colors in foods. Basically, there are 6 carotenoids that we can get from diets or found in human blood serum;

- β- and α-carotene,
- lycopene,
- lutein,
- zeaxanthin
- β-cryptoxanthin

Green leafy vegetables, especially carrots, tomatoes, eggs, sweet potatoes and corn are sources of carotenoids. Carotenoids have antioxidant properties and have many beneficial effects on human health.

- Various types of cancer,
- Cardiovascular,
- Eye diseases.

Various analyzes are carried out to identify, detect and quantify carotenoids found in foods, such as macular degeneration and cataracts. It is necessary to prove the food's claim regarding lutein or to determine the quality of the food.

Consult Nanolab Food Analysis Laboratory for the Determination of Carotenoids (Lutein).