Table 1.
Statistical results of alpha diversity of the groups.
| Group | Chao index | Observed Species index | PD whole tree index |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liver-fire hyperactivity group | 191.5 (144.75–241.5) | 170.5 (123.5–212.75) | 16.5 (12.25–20.75) |
| Non-liver-fire hyperactivity group | 145 (130.25–195) | 129.5 (117.75–168.25) | 12.5 (10.25–16.75) |
| Healthy control group | 143.5 (119.75–159.5) | 116.5 (97.5–145.75) | 14.5 (13–16.75) |
| Chi square value | 7.561 | 7.839 | 5.003 |
| p value | 0.023 | 0.02 | 0.082a |
aLiver-fire hyperactivity group versus non-liver-fire hyperactivity group; p < 0.05.