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Herbal Drugs and DNA Fingerprints

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The DNA composition and information is unique for each species, not affected by age, physiological, and environmental factors. DNA-based analytical techniques are in practice as a tool to identify herbals even at modified forms, from adulterants, ecotypes, and substitutes. DNA barcodes and genetic markers have a potential role to develop fingerprints even in the presence of PCR inhibitors. The technology is also helpful in identification, suitable selection for commercial cultivation, as well as disease-resistant medicinal plants.

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Joshi, D.D. (2012). Herbal Drugs and DNA Fingerprints. In: Herbal Drugs and Fingerprints. Springer, India. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-81-322-0804-4_13

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