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Rapid Quality Control of the Traditional Remedy “Chinese Goldthread” by FT-IR Spectrometry
5 Nov 2010This application note demonstrates that FT-IR can be a simple and powerful method for quality control of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In contrast to methods relying on a single marker compound, FT-IR allows discrimination between similar herbs – such as the three berberine-containing herbs considered here.
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Infrared / IR SpectroscopyInfrared (IR) spectroscopy measures the interaction of infrared light with a sample, including transmission, reflectance & absorbance, facilitating the identification of analytes. Equipment used for quantitative analysis includes Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometers, infrared cameras, FTIR gas analyzers, as well as attenuated total reflectance (ATR) accessories and pellet or film presses. Find the best IR spectroscopy products in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.