👉 The term "hemiquinonoid" refers to a class of compounds that contain three functional groups, which are typically hydrogen atoms and optionally one or more carboxyl groups. These compounds have been identified as potential biomarkers for various diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and inflammatory disorders. In terms of their structure and function, hemiquinonoids can be categorized into several different classes based on the presence of hydroxyl (OH) groups at the terminal position of the functional group
