Authentication and Quality Control of the Brazilian Traditional Herb 'Carquejas' ( Species) Using Morpho-Anatomy and Microscopy.

This research investigates the morpho-anatomical characteristics of seven species, namely , , , , , and . Commonly called carquejas, these species have aerial photosynthetic winged stems known as cladodes and are widely used traditionally to treat digestive and diuretic disorders. This study aimed to characterize these commonly misidentified species using morphological and microscopic techniques, including light and scanning electron microscopy coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy.

Development of a Specific PCR Assay for sp. Yokoyama and Assessment of Its Potential to Cause Anemia in Cattle.

The clinical implications of sp. Yokoyama, a recently identified species in cattle, remain uncertain. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the anemia status in cattle infected with sp.

A U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) overview of Pan American botanicals used in dietary supplements and herbal medicines.

The United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a nonprofit, scientific, standard-setting organization, and world leader in establishing quality, purity, and testing standards for medicines, foods, and dietary supplements. USP quality standards are used in more than 140 countries and are legally recognized by more than 40 countries. Currently, there is renewed interest in herbal medicines globally, and health policies are being implemented worldwide for the use of complementary and traditional medicine.

Molecular prevalence and genotypic diversity of Theileria equi and Babesia caballi infecting horses in Kyrgyzstan.

Equine piroplasmosis is caused by Theileria equi and Babesia caballi, which are hemoprotozoan parasites. Understanding the epidemiology and genotypes of T. equi and B.