Asian Journal of Research in Chemistry
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 17
  • Issue: 5

Importance of GC-MS for Analyzing Sars-Cov-2 Drugs in Biological Sample

  • Author:
  • Mutawaqila Juveria Fatima1,*, C Parthiban2
  • Total Page Count: 5
  • Published Online: Aug 12, 2025
  • Page Number: 296 to 300

1Dept. of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Malla Reddy Collage of PharmacySecunderabad, Telangana, India

2HOD of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Malla Reddy Collage of PharmacySecunderabad, Telangana, India

*Corresponding Author E-mail: fmutawaqilajuveria@gmail.com

Online Published on 12 August, 2025.

Abstract

The advent way of the SARS-CoV-2 virus has put a lot of pressure on the actual way of developing drugs and diagnostics. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) is rapidly becoming one of the most valuable techniques in detecting and identifying drugs related to COVID-19 in biological samples. This method integrates the separation capabilities of gas chromatography with the identification power of mass spectrometry, enabling the analysis of volatile and semi-volatile compounds. Through GC-MS, researchers can identify trace elements in complex biological matrices, such as serum, urine, and exhaled breath, which is crucial for monitoring drug concentrations and understanding pharmacokinetics. Notably, GC-MS has been instrumental in detecting antiviral drugs like chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, as well as identifying volatile biomarkers associated with COVID-19 infection. The application of GC-MS extends beyond drug analysis; it also plays a significant role in early diagnosis by analyzing breath samples for specific metabolites linked to SARS-CoV-2. This paper discusses the importance of GC-MS in SARS-CoV-2 research, highlighting its applications in drug detection, early diagnosis, and public health management.

Keywords

COVID-19, Pandemic, SARS-CoV-2, Virus, Biological Samples, Volatile Organic Compounds, Vaccines, GC-MS