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Biochemistry
Novel chip-based assay facilitates analysis of natural flavonoids
June 17th, 2005
A novel microchip-based micellar electrokinetic chromatography (MEKC) assay facilitates analysis of natural flavonoids. "Catechins (catechin and other derivatives) are naturally occurring flavonoids present in a number of plants and foods," according to scientists in the United States. "They are also part of numerous nutraceutical formulations because they are believed to have antioxidant, cancer chemo-preventative, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties." "The determination of catechins has traditionally been performed by HPLC," noted R.W. Hompesch and colleagues at Colorado State University. "However, this methodology is both time- and...
Source: Drug Week (2005-06-17)
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