μ-Opioid Receptor Agonist Testing
Mu Opioid Receptor Agonist Testing Panels
Turnaround time: 48 hours
As new functional and research compounds emerge, accurate testing is essential to understand what’s truly present in finished products. Our Mu-Opioid Receptor Agonist Testing category focuses on compounds known to interact with the μ-opioid receptor, a key biological target associated with pain modulation and related physiological effects.
These targeted analyses allow manufacturers and researchers to verify the presence and potency of specific compounds in their products. Our current offerings include tests for SR-17018 and akuamma alkaloids such as akuammine, with additional compounds planned as this category continues to evolve.
Reliable analytical testing supports product consistency, accurate labeling, and greater transparency in a rapidly developing segment of the market.
Instrument Used
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Akuamma Panel
Ensure consistency in akuamma-based products with our Akuammine Potency Test. This targeted analysis measures akuammine, a naturally occurring alkaloid found in Picralima nitida (akuamma seeds) that is associated with mild μ-opioid receptor activity. Accurate potency data helps manufacturers verify formulation strength, support clear labeling, and maintain confidence in every batch.
Compound Covered
- Akuammine
SR-17018 Panel
Verify the presence and potency of SR-17018 with our targeted SR-17018 Potency Test. This analysis quantifies the synthetic μ-opioid receptor agonist SR-17018, helping manufacturers and researchers confirm formulation accuracy and maintain product consistency. Reliable, lab-verified results support transparent labeling and ensure you know exactly what’s in your product.
Compound Covered
- SR-17018
Minimum sample sizes:
Biomass: 1g
All other samples: 0.5g
Residual Solvents Testing
Turnaround time: 48 hours
Altitude Consulting uses GC-MS Headspace to test for 19 common solvents used for extraction, synthesis, and cleaning in during the formulation of μ-opioid receptor agonists. GC-MS technology gives us the ability to identify unknown hits.
Compounds Covered:
- 2-methylbutane
- Acetone
- Acetonitrile
- Benzene
- Butane
- Ethanol
- Ethylbenzene
- Isobutane
- Isopropanol
- M+P xylene
- Methanol
- N-Heptane
- N-hexane
- N-pentane
- O-xylene
- Propane
- Tetrahydrofuran
- Toluene
Instrument Used:
Gas Chromatography—Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Headspace
Residual Solvents Testing
Turnaround time: 48 hours
Altitude Consulting uses GC-MS Headspace to test for 19 common solvents used for extraction, synthesis, and cleaning in during the formulation of μ-opioid receptor agonists. GC-MS technology gives us the ability to identify unknown hits.
- 2-methylbutane
- Acetone
- Acetonitrile
- Benzene
- Butane
- Ethanol
- Ethylbenzene
- Isobutane
- Isopropanol
- M+P xylene
- Methanol
- N-Heptane
- N-hexane
- N-pentane
- O-xylene
- Propane
- Tetrahydrofuran
- Toluene
Gas Chromatography—Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Headspace
Heavy Metals Testing
Turnaround time: 1-2 Weeks
Heavy metals tend to be toxic to humans at even very low concentrations. Unfortunately, there are not regulations in the US preventing these compounds from ending up in supplement products. Regardless, safe supplements should not contain heavy metals. We offer testing for the four metals whose absence is required in other industries, which are lead (Pb), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd) and mercury (Hg).
Compounds Covered:
- Arsenic (Ar)
- Cadmium (Cd)
- Lead (Pb)
- Mercury (Hg)
Instrument Used:
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
Heavy Metals Testing
Turnaround time: 1-2 Weeks
Heavy metals tend to be toxic to humans at even very low concentrations. Unfortunately, there are not regulations in the US preventing these compounds from ending up in supplement products. Regardless, safe supplements should not contain heavy metals. We offer testing for the four metals whose absence is required in other industries, which are lead (Pb), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd) and mercury (Hg).
- Arsenic (Ar)
- Cadmium (Cd)
- Lead (Pb)
- Mercury (Hg)
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)
Pesticides Testing
Turnaround time: 1-2 Weeks
Akuamma (Picralima nitida) is traditionally cultivated in tropical environments where pesticides may be used to protect crops from insects and plant disease. While these chemicals can support agricultural yields, residual pesticides in finished products can pose potential health concerns if not properly monitored.
Our Akuamma Pesticide Panel screens for over 50 commonly used agricultural pesticides using advanced LC-MS/MS technology. This comprehensive analysis helps manufacturers verify that their akuamma products are clean, responsibly sourced, and free from harmful contamination — supporting product safety, quality, and customer trust.
Instrument Used:
Gas Chromatography—Mass Spectrometry Triple Quadrupole (GC-MS-MS)
Compounds Covered:
- Abamectin
- Acephate
- Acequinocyl
- Acetamiprid
- Azoxystrobin
- Bifenazate
- Bifenthrin
- Boscalid
- Carbofuran
- Chlorantraniliprole
- Chlorpyrifos
- Chlorfenapyr
- Clofentezine
- Cyfluthrin
- Cypermethrin (technical)
- Daminozide
- Diazinon
- Dichlorvos
- Dimethoate
- Ethoprophos
- Etofenprox
- Etoxazole
- Fenoxycarb
- Fenpyroximate
- Fipronil
- Flonicamid
- Fludioxonil
- Hexythiazox
- Imazalil
- Imidacloprid
- Kresoxim-methyl
- Malathion
- Metalaxyl
- Methiocarb
- Methomyl
- MGK 264
- Myclobutanil
- Naled
- Oxamyl
- Paclobutrazol
- Parathion-methyl
- Permethrin
- Phosmet
- Piperonyl butoxide
- Prallethrin
- Propiconazole
- Propoxur
- Pyrethrins
- Pyridaben
- Spinosad
- Spiromesifen
- Spirotetramat
- Spiroxamine
- Tebuconazole
- Thiacloprid
- Thiamethoxam
- Trifloxystrobin
Minimum sample size:
Biomass: 2g
All other samples: 1g
Pesticides Testing
Turnaround time: 1-2 Weeks
Akuamma (Picralima nitida) is traditionally cultivated in tropical environments where pesticides may be used to protect crops from insects and plant disease. While these chemicals can support agricultural yields, residual pesticides in finished products can pose potential health concerns if not properly monitored.
Our Akuamma Pesticide Panel screens for over 50 commonly used agricultural pesticides using advanced LC-MS/MS technology. This comprehensive analysis helps manufacturers verify that their akuamma products are clean, responsibly sourced, and free from harmful contamination — supporting product safety, quality, and customer trust.
- Abamectin
- Acephate
- Acequinocyl
- Acetamiprid
- Azoxystrobin
- Bifenazate
- Bifenthrin
- Boscalid
- Carbofuran
- Chlorantraniliprole
- Chlorpyrifos
- Chlorfenapyr
- Clofentezine
- Cyfluthrin
- Cypermethrin (technical)
- Daminozide
- Diazinon
- Dichlorvos
- Dimethoate
- Ethoprophos
- Etofenprox
- Etoxazole
- Fenoxycarb
- Fenpyroximate
- Fipronil
- Flonicamid
- Fludioxonil
- Hexythiazox
- Imazalil
- Imidacloprid
- Kresoxim-methyl
- Malathion
- Metalaxyl
- Methiocarb
- Methomyl
- MGK 264
- Myclobutanil
- Naled
- Oxamyl
- Paclobutrazol
- Parathion-methyl
- Permethrin
- Phosmet
- Piperonyl butoxide
- Prallethrin
- Propiconazole
- Propoxur
- Pyrethrins
- Pyridaben
- Spinosad
- Spiromesifen
- Spirotetramat
- Spiroxamine
- Tebuconazole
- Thiacloprid
- Thiamethoxam
- Trifloxystrobin
Gas Chromatography—Mass Spectrometry Triple Quadrupole (GC-MS-MS)
Minimum sample sizes:
Biomass: 2g
All other samples: 1g
Microbials Testing
Turnaround time: 1-2 Weeks
Microbial contamination can occur during harvesting, handling, or processing of botanical materials and finished products. Warm, humid environments and extended handling can create conditions where bacteria, yeast, and mold may develop if proper controls are not in place.
Our Microbial Panel screens for common microbial contaminants to help verify product safety before further processing or distribution. Routine microbial testing supports cleaner raw materials, improved product stability, and greater confidence in the quality and safety of your finished products.
Compounds Covered:
- Salmonella
- Total Coliform
- Aspergillus
- E. coli
- Yeast
- Mold
Instrument Used:
Thermal Cycler—Fluorometer used for Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR)
Microbials Testing
Turnaround time: 1-2 Weeks
Microbial contamination can occur during harvesting, handling, or processing of botanical materials and finished products. Warm, humid environments and extended handling can create conditions where bacteria, yeast, and mold may develop if proper controls are not in place.
Our Microbial Panel screens for common microbial contaminants to help verify product safety before further processing or distribution. Routine microbial testing supports cleaner raw materials, improved product stability, and greater confidence in the quality and safety of your finished products.
- Salmonella
- Total Coliform
- Aspergillus
- E. coli
- Yeast
- Mold
Thermal Cycler—Fluorometer used for Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR)
