Chemiluminescent systems generating reactive oxygen species from the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide and their analytical applications

This review extensively covers information on chemiluminescence (CL)-reaction systems, which generate reactive oxygen species (ROSs) [e.g., superoxide radicals, singlet oxygen, hydroxyl radicals and peroxynitrite] from the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide and their analytical applications. We discuss the advantages and the limitations of applying CL methods to routine analysis.

► Chemiluminescent reaction systems generate reactive oxygen species (ROSs). ► Reactive oxygen species (ROSs) can detection of various analytes. ► Analyte structure is related to chemiluminescence intensity. ► Chemiluminescence methods have high sensitivity and a wide linear range. ► Chemiluminescence methods may be more sensitive and more selective.