cDNA-AFLP analysis of gene expression differences between the flower bud and sprout-shoot apical meristem of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels

Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels (Umbelliferae) is a well-known medicinal plant mainly distributed in Gansu Province of China. Its local and global demand is significant because of its food and medicinal applications. However, the early bolting rate of Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels reaches 20 percent-60 percent, which seriously affects its food and medicinal qualities. Thus, differences in gene expression between the flower bud and sprout-shoot apical meristem underwent analysis, by means of cDNA-amplified restriction fragment length polymorphism, to better understand the flowering mechanism. 64 primer sets, each of which amplified to 60 transcript-derived fragments (TDFs), were used. Among these TDFs, 26 were expressed specifically in the flower bud. After cloning and sequencing, 32 distinct sequences were obtained from these 26 TDFs, and 25 were found with homologous sequences in databases. Confirmation of differential expression of 13 sequences was obtained by semi-quantitative RT-PCR, their showing higher expression levels in flower buds. These homologous sequences encode transposable elements, pentatricopeptide repeat-containing proteins, DNA-binding transcription factors, zinc finger (B-box type) family proteins, NADP-dependent sorbitol 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (S6PDH), amongst others.

Influence of different processing methods on Angelica sinensis polysaccharides from same origin / 中国中药杂志

<p><b>OBJECTIVE</b>To study the influences of different processing methods on the content of Angelica sinensis polysaccharides (APS) from the same origin.</p><p><b>METHOD</b>The contents of neutral polysaccharides and acidic polysaccharides in various samples of A. sinensis were determined by phenol-sulfuric acid and carbazole-sulfuric acid method, respectively. The proliferation ability of lymphocyte was detected by MTT method after the cells were cultured with different concentrations of APS from two samples processed by different methods.</p><p><b>RESULT</b>The different processing methods had different effects on the contents of polysaccharide. The maximum content of APS (26.03%) was found in the sample processed by microwave drying medium-fired, but the minimum content of APS (2.25%) was found in the sample processed by vacuum drying at 50 TC. Furthermore, the APS (high concentration group, P < 0.01) processed by microwave drying medium-fired could both accelerate proliferation of spleen lymphocytes directly and increase proliferation of T cells of mice induced by Con A. However, the APS processed by far-infrared drying did not show conspicuous immune enhancement activity.</p><p><b>CONCLUSION</b>Different processing methods have different effects on the contents of APS and the proliferation ability of lymphocytes.</p>

Study on feasibility of cutting process of fresh Angelica sinensis Radix / 中国中药杂志

<p><b>OBJECTIVE</b>To study on the feasibility of cutting process of fresh Angelica sinensis.</p><p><b>METHOD</b>Qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis methods were used to evaluate the quality of different cutting processed A. sinensis.</p><p><b>RESULT</b>The contents of ligustilide and ferulic acid in the fresh cutting processed were both lower than the traditional cutting process, and the similarity of fingerprints of two different cutting processed A. sinensis were basically above 90%.</p><p><b>CONCLUSION</b>The method of cutting process of fresh A. sinensis was not suitable apparently, and the effect on clinical application of these two different cutting processed A. sinensis need more study.</p>

Study on the quality control of chitosan hemostatic sponge / 医学研究生学报

Objective: To establish a method for quality control of chitosan hemostatic Sponge. Methods: To study the indentification of chitosan , Lidocaine Hydrochloride ,Norfloxacin and inspect the suction water of sponge. Extracting Lidocaine Hydrochloride and Norfloxacin with acid and alkali then determining the content of them by spectrophotometic method. Results: The indetification experiment showed a good result . The suction water of sponge outstripped more than 20 times. The average content of Lidocaine Hydrochloride was 9.55mg/g ,Norfloxacin was 8.46mg/g. The average recovery of Lidocaine Hydrochloride and Norfloxacin was 97.9% and 96.5%. Conclusion: This method can be used to establish the quality control of chitosan hemostatic sponge.

A pharmacological study of chitosan hemostatic sponge / 医学研究生学报

Objective: To investigate the extravasate sponging and hemostatic property of chitosan hemostatic sponge on the wound of otic vein of rabbit, and its healing effect on the scald of rabbit skin, for clinical application. Methods: Lacerating the otic vein of rabbit with bistoury and promptly pressing the wound with chitosan hemostatic sponge, gelatin sponge or gauze, respectively, the hemostatic effect was observed by uncovering each 30 seconds. Spreading chitosan hemostatic sponge, gelatin sponge or gauze, respectively, on the scalds of rabbit skin, the decrustation (pulling off scab) was observed within 10 days. Results: Comparing with the group of gelatin sponge, the group of chitosan hemostatic sponge showed significant differences in bleeding time and wound healing (P

Analysis of Trace Elements and Amino Acid in Rhizoma and Fibrous Root of Polygonatum Cyrtonema Hua / 中成药

Objective:Eighteen inorganic elements were measured from the rhizoma and fibrous root of Polygonatum Cyrtonema Hua. The contents of K, Fe,Mg,Ba,Cu,Mn and Bi of them in rhizoma were higher than that of fibrous root, where as the contents of Na,Al,Ca,Ge,P,Zn and Sr elements in rhizoma were lowere than that of fibrous. Both contained As,Hg,Pb and Cd elements. In the meantime, 16 mino acid were determined. The total content of them was 8.92% for rhizoma and 9.61% for fibrous. Cystine, cysteine, tryptophan and ornithine couldn't be detected.

Preparation and Clinical Observation of Danzhisuxing Capsule / 中国药房

12.08g herbs/kg.The overall effective rate for coronary heart disease was86.8%.CONCLUSION:Danzhisuxin capsule is appropriate in formulation and feasible in preparation technique.The method of quality control is reli?able.No toxic reactions were found and the clinical effect was satisfactory.