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Which of the following tests ascertain detection of adulteration of ghee with vegetable oil by RP-HPLC method?

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To distinguish animal fats from plant fats, analyze their sterol profiles:
- Ghee (Animal) $\rightarrow$ Cholesterol.
- Vegetable Oil (Plant) $\rightarrow$ Phytosterols (principally \(\beta\)-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol).
RP-HPLC is the gold standard method for separating these sterol isomers.
Updated On: Jul 21, 2026
  • Beta sitosterol test
  • Baudouin test
  • Hehner Test
  • Holde Test
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The Correct Option is A

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