SARMs and research-compound potency and identity testing
Capsules, liquids and powders sold as SARMs are among the most frequently mislabeled products we see: under-dosed, substituted with a cheaper analog, or spiked with a prohormone. We confirm identity by accurate mass, quantify against a certified standard, and screen for the common substitutions on the same run.
- From
- $99
- Turnaround
- 5–7 business days
- Certificate
- Public, hashed, video-linked
What the panel measures
| Test | Method | Instrument | Reports as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity | MethodLC-MS/MS accurate mass and fragment ions | InstrumentAgilent 6490 Triple Quadrupole LC/MS | Reports asMatch to reference, ±0.1 Da |
| Potency and label claim | MethodHPLC-UV vs certified reference standard, five units averaged | InstrumentAgilent 1290 Infinity II UHPLC | Reports asmg per unit and % of label |
| Analog and adulterant screen | MethodLC-MS/MS targeted panel: 14 SARMs, prohormones, stimulants | InstrumentAgilent 6490 Triple Quadrupole LC/MS | Reports asDetected / not detected per analyte |
| Heavy metals | MethodUSP <232>/<233> by ICP-MS | InstrumentAgilent 7850 ICP-MS | Reports asµg/g; add-on |
| Impurity identification | MethodLC-MS/MS fragmentation of unknown peaks | InstrumentAgilent 6490 Triple Quadrupole LC/MS | Reports asTentative ID with confidence; add-on |
Accepted: Capsules, 5 minimum Liquids, 5 mL Powders, 200 mg Tablets
Compounds: RAD-140 MK-677 LGD-4033 Ostarine (MK-2866) Cardarine (GW-501516) YK-11 S-23 SR9009 S-4 ACP-105
Why the method matters
Five units, averaged
Capsule-to-capsule variation is the norm in this category. We require five dosage units and report the mean and range, so a lucky single capsule cannot pass a bad lot.
Identity plus a screen
Exact mass confirms the declared compound; the targeted screen catches the undeclared one. Both come from the same triple-quad injection.
Authentic Agilent bench, OEM consumables
Every instrument was bought new through Agilent, Charles River and MilliporeSigma authorized channels, installed and performance-qualified by certified engineers, and serviced by Quantum Analytics. Columns, lamps, seals, cartridges, canisters and reference standards are OEM or Thermo Fisher lot-traced; no third-party refills, no re-used cartridges, no expired lysate. The instrument ID, column lot and standard lot are printed on every certificate.
The bench this runs on
Agilent 6490 Triple Quadrupole LC/MS
Identity by accurate mass and MRM transitions; sub-ppt quantitation with isotope dilution.
Agilent 1290 Infinity II UHPLC
Purity and potency by UV; 1300 bar, sub-2 µm columns, chromatogram printed on the certificate.
Agilent 7850 ICP-MS
Elemental impurities and toxic metals to sub-ppb, internal-standardized.
Purchased new through authorized channels, installed and performance-qualified by certified engineers, run on OEM consumables. Instrument IDs are printed on every certificate. See the full bench.
SARMs testing compared
| Gold Standard Analytics | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Units tested | Gold Standard AnalyticsFive, averaged | TypicalOften one |
| Identity by MS | Gold Standard AnalyticsIncluded | TypicalSometimes HPLC-UV only |
| Analog screen | Gold Standard AnalyticsIncluded | TypicalRare |
| Public certificate | Gold Standard AnalyticsYes | TypicalVendor PDF |
| Price from | Gold Standard Analytics$149 | Typical$150–$300 |
Named, sourced comparisons with individual laboratories are on the compare page.
Questions about sarms testing
Can I see the video of my sample being opened?
Yes. Every package is opened on camera, each container is photographed, and the footage is linked to your accession. Custody video and photos are kept for three years; the retained sample itself is kept 90 days for guarantee retests.
What happens if my result fails?
It is published like any other result, with the method, instrument and specification shown. You may order a retest of the retained sample; we never re-run to obtain a better number.
What is included for $149?
Identity by LC-MS/MS, potency and label claim by HPLC-UV across five units, and the analog and adulterant screen.
Why five capsules?
Fill weight varies; five units give a mean and range that describe the lot rather than one capsule.
Can you tell me what an unknown peak is?
The single-impurity identification add-on fragments the peak and reports a tentative identity with a confidence level.
Do you test liquids?
Yes, 5 mL minimum; results are reported per mL and per labeled dose.
Method references: USP <232>/<233> Elemental impurities
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Submit a sample
An invoice is issued at submission and the prepaid label is emailed when payment lands. Certificates publish in 5–7 business days.