Table 3.
Number of metabolites isolated, time consumed and total cost of both procedures
| Method | Number of metabolites isolated (Mean ± SD) (CV) | Approx time utilized (min) | Total cost (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liquid–liquid extraction | 140.1 ± 20.4 (13.4) | 257 | 251 |
| Solid phase extraction | 161.8 ± 18.6 (11.4) | 160 | 509.1 |