CellWell record HH-42569
DNA Barcoding for the Identification of Botanicals in Herbal Medicine and Dietary Supplements: Strengths and Limitations
Parveen I; Gafner S; Techen N; Murch SJ; Khan IA
Planta medica ยท 2016
In plain language
This review concludes that DNA barcoding alone is unreliable for processed plant material, and recommends combining species-specific DNA methods with chemical analysis and microscopy to confirm a botanical ingredient.
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