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J Chem Ecol

Title:		Comparison of the volatile organic compounds present in human odor using SPME-GC/MS
Author(s):		Curran AM; Rabin SI; Prada PA; Furton KG;
Address:		"Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, International Forensic Research Institute, Florida International University, University Park, Miami, FL 33199, USA"
Journal Title:		J Chem Ecol
Year:		2005
Volume:		31
Issue:		7
Page Number:		1607 - 1619
DOI:		10.1007/s10886-005-5801-4
ISSN/ISBN:		0098-0331 (Print) 0098-0331 (Linking)
Abstract:		"We evaluated the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) present in human odor by using headspace solid phase microextraction gas chromatography-mass spectrometry for the extraction, separation, and analysis of the collected samples. Volatile organic compounds present in the headspace above axillary sweat samples collected from different individuals showed the presence of various types of compounds including organic fatty acids, ketones, aldehydes, esters, and alcohols. Qualitative differences and similarities noted between the males and females studied along with differences in chemical ratio patterns among the common compounds demonstrated the ability to differentiate between individuals through the examination of VOCs"
Keywords:		Adolescent Adult Axilla Female Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Humans Male Odorants/*analysis Organic Chemicals/*chemistry Volatilization;
Notes:		"MedlineCurran, Allison M Rabin, Scott I Prada, Paola A Furton, Kenneth G eng Comparative Study 2005/10/14 J Chem Ecol. 2005 Jul; 31(7):1607-19. doi: 10.1007/s10886-005-5801-4"