ApéroNoble
The d'Artagnan forum 4th Kavateer
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This test measures the relative percentages of the kavalactones; the a***** test measures concentration of an unknown molecule believed unique to non-noble. So in that sense, no, HPLC testing is not capable of directly detecting adulteration. Identifying and quantifying a unique molecule which serves as an internal standard is a much better means of detecting adulteration, but unfortunately this is one of those cases where a tiny yet apparently powerful minority was able to suppress the vast majority. This is not to say we are left defenseless; ongoing a****** test results will still be posted in their secret location.
HPLC can detect adulteration, but more importantly it can give us a better understanding of how different cultivars affect us and why. In my opinion, this is an equally important aspect of kava research, and should prove very useful in promoting our favorite root.
Below is a mathematical prediction of the effects of adulteration based on actual HPLC tests of two kavas. The result is merely a prediction and not an actual test, but I will be doing such tests as I move forward. As you can see, DHM makes a considerable move, and this is a good warning sign:
Good to hear you'll be continuing the acetonic test discussion thread, now there'll be two great threads with testing going simultaneously@ObiNouekFoNobl - Your signature is fine, I love it, don't change it!
The word "acetone" is not actually censored, that's just me living up to my diploma (http://stonermusicinc.com/kavatest/diploma1.jpg) and taking a less than gentle jab at those who were upset over the test results being visible to all. The test is still around, and as soon as new samples arrive I will be adding to the collection. Here's the secret location, you do need mod permission to view it: http://www.kavaforums.com/forum/forums/acetonic-test-discussion.96/
And BTW, there's a few secrets hidden in that diploma, too.