RNA scientists using LC-MS need faster, higher-quality data due to the complex structures, modifications, and variants of RNA molecules. Typically, RNA is digested with an endonuclease before injection, and the fragments are separated using ion pairing reversed phase (IPRP) or hydrophilic chromatography (HILIC) coupled with mass spectrometry for detailed characterization. RNase plays a crucial role in studying RNA sequences, modifications, and impurities, ensuring the safety and efficacy of new therapeutics and vaccines. Advanced informatic tools enhance data acquisition, processing, and reporting, making them essential for method development and quality control labs. Waters RNA Characterization Tools offer robust digestion, improved MS spectra quality, and advanced data interpretation and reporting.
The waters_connect MAP Sequence App automates and streamlines digested RNA fragment LC-MS mapping, and LC-MSE fragmentation-based sequencing from experiment planning through data acquisition, data processing, results review and reporting.
RapiZyme RNases are novel endonucleases designed to produce unique fragments with lengths optimal for LC-MS identification, thereby improving sequence coverage and modification mapping.
Waters IonHance HFIP is stringently purified to obtain the lowest metals content necessary for the cleanest MS spectra.
Choose the reference material that most closely matches your molecule with individual and pre-mixed nucleic acid sequences for LC-MS analysis.