Metabolomics-driven classification and ratio-based quality control of polygonum multiflorum processing degree using UHPLC-MS/MS
Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. (PM) is a widely used herbal medicine whose efficacy and safety depend critically on the degree of processing; however, current pharmacopeial standards rely on subjective visual inspection, leading to inconsistent product quality. To address this, we combined UHPLC-Q-Exactive MS/MS-based...