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Types of Chemical markers
Example: The products of St John's wort
(Hypericum perforatum L.)are popular for
treating mild depression .
Naphthodianthrone, hypericin, and
hyperforin (a phloroglucinol derivative) were
identified as the major components that
contribute to the pharmacological activities of
St John's wort.
3. Analytical markers:
