HPLC fingerprint chromatogram of Radix Arnebiae / 中成药

ABSTRACT

AIM: To establish the HPLC fingprint spectrum of Radix Arnebiae as identification. METHODS: HPLC fingerprint spectrum of Radix Arnebiae collected from the seven production places and that of Radix Lithospermi from three production places were evaluated based on shikonin content. RESULTS: The major features of HPLC fingerprint of the seven production places were approximately similar to control sample there was no significant difference among the contents but Radix Lithospermi from three production places were not the same. CONCLUSION: The HPLC fingerprint spectrum of Radix Arnebiae can be used as an identification.It may provide the basis for quality control of Radix Arnebiae.