Table 3
HPLC analysis conditions for the determination of free amino acids in the retorted Samgyetangs

Parameter Condition
Column Ion exchange column (4.6 mm×60 mm)
Column temperature 30~70℃
Mobile phase Pump 1 : buffer solution
Pump 2 : ninhydrin
Flow rate Pump 1 : 0.35 mL/min
Pump 2 : 0.3 mL/in
Injection volume 20 μL
Reaction coil temperature 135℃
Photometer Channel 1 : UV 570 nm
Channel 2 : UV 440 nm