American Journal of Biomedical and Life Sciences

Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019

  • Correlation Between Serum PON1 Arylesterase Activity and Rs 854573 PON1 A < G Polymorphism with Type 2 Diabetes in an Eastern Indian Cohort

    Suranjana Ray Haldar, Atish Haldar, Ipshit Mishra, Arpita Chakarabarty, Sanghamitra Sengupta, Maitree Bhattacharyya

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 121-132
    Received: Sep. 28, 2019
    Accepted: Oct. 25, 2019
    Published: Oct. 31, 2019
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    Abstract: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder of glucose and lipids and characterized by defect in insulin secretion or action. Oxidative imbalance has also been implicated in the etiology of diabetes. Paraoxonase-1 (PON1) is an esterase and lactonase which is found in the circulation bound to high-density lipoproteins (HDL). Alte... Show More
  • Home Management of Malaria: Knowledge, Attitude and Awareness of Mothers in Babcock University

    Okangba Chika Celen, Elikwu Charles John, Ajani Tinuade Adesola, Nwadike Victor Ugochukwu, Tayo Babatunde, Shonekan Opeoluwa Akinleye, Omeonu Azubuike Chidiebere, Faluyi Oluwaseun Bibitayo, Nwachukwu Nwachukwu Olusegun, Odedeji Ayodeji Dorothy, Chigbu-Nwaneri Kelechi, Davis Deborah Oladunmolu, Egharevba Etinosa, Ejegi Toritseju Ifeoma, Enetie Edidiong David, Nwakanma Chiamaka Favour, Obi-Nwaigwe Kelechi, Odeyinka Joshua Eriseyi

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 133-142
    Received: Aug. 05, 2019
    Accepted: Oct. 24, 2019
    Published: Nov. 08, 2019
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    Abstract: Malaria is an endemic disease in Nigeria that is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in children, especially those under the age of five years old. The home management of malaria has been shown to reduce the rate of morbidity and mortality linked to malaria. The objectives of this study were therefore to determine the knowledge on cause, signs... Show More
  • Empirical Study on the Therapeutic Effect of Astragalus Polysaccharides in a Mouse Model of Ulcerative Colitis

    Xi Qinhua, Teng Yajie, Li Yueqin, Dai Juan, Zhang Guangbo, Chen Weichang

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 143-147
    Received: Sep. 14, 2019
    Accepted: Oct. 29, 2019
    Published: Nov. 13, 2019
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue Inflammatory Bowel Disease
    Abstract: This study was performed to study the effects of astragalus polysaccharides (APS) in the treatment of ulcerative colitis (UC), and to explore whether myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSC) involve in this process. UC model was established by dextran sulfate sodium salt (DSS) inducement in mouse. Then the effects of APS on UC was evaluate at the le... Show More
  • Crude Extracts of Mitracarpus scaber Roots Significantly Ameliorate Paracetamol (PCM)-Induced Liver Damage in Rats

    Okonkwo Francis Obiora, Jonathan Bege, Ibibra Joel Agat, Nvau John Barnabas

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 148-154
    Received: Oct. 16, 2019
    Accepted: Nov. 08, 2019
    Published: Nov. 27, 2019
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    Abstract: Traditional medicine has received considerable acceptance in recent years, especially in Africa probably due to perceived efficacy and the fact that they are a cheap source of medicine. It can also be attributed to the pharmacological properties of plants, including antioxidant and hepatoprotective properties. The hepatoprotective effects of aqueou... Show More
  • Bioactive Compounds and Essential Oils as Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors

    Edna Kurgat, Doaa Ghareeb

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 155-158
    Received: Sep. 20, 2019
    Accepted: Nov. 06, 2019
    Published: Dec. 02, 2019
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    Abstract: As total life expectancy increases, the prevalence of age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s is also increasing. Many hypotheses about Alzheimer’s disease have been developed, including cholinergic neuron damage. Acetylcholine is a major neurotransmitter in the brain and cholinergic deficits leads to cognitive dysfunction and decline. Despite dec... Show More
  • Homeostatic Insulin Sensitivity Indices Is the Detection of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

    Shahnaz Hayat, Fatema Jebunnesa, Nasreen Rosy, Liaquat Ali

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 159-163
    Received: Sep. 23, 2019
    Accepted: Nov. 22, 2019
    Published: Dec. 02, 2019
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    Abstract: Background: Early identification of GDM is strongly warranted for prevention of both maternal and fetal complications, but well known disadvantages of the present methods based on oral glucose challenge reduces the compliance and applicability of these methods in the screening of the disorder. Aims: The study aimed to assess FBG-based insulin sensi... Show More
  • Effect of Streptomyces sp 3400 JX826625 Metabolites on Multidrug Resistant Candida albicans Development and Chemical Characterization of Antifungal Metabolites

    Herivony Onja Andriambeloson, Bodoharinjara Léontine Rafalisoa, Rigobert Andrianantenaina, Andriamiliharison Jean Rasamindrakotroka, Rado Rasolomampianiana

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 164-173
    Received: Nov. 08, 2019
    Accepted: Nov. 26, 2019
    Published: Dec. 04, 2019
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    Abstract: The search of new antimicrobial metabolites remains until now an alternative to mitigate concerns caused by antimicrobial resistance. This work aims to demonstrate the ability of actinomycete strain (Streptomyces sp 3400 JX826625) to inhibit pathogen yeast growth (Candida albicans), isolated from a woman infected by recidivate candidiasis and to re... Show More
  • Management of Post-Herpetic Neuralgia PHN) by Yoga Prana Vidya (YPV) Healing: A Case Study

    Rajkumari Sachdeva, Venkata Satyanarayana Nanduri

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 174-178
    Received: Aug. 27, 2019
    Accepted: Nov. 27, 2019
    Published: Dec. 10, 2019
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    Abstract: Post Herpetic Neuralgia (PHN) is a chronic potentially debilitating resistant neuropathic pain. This is a single in-depth case study conducted to assess the effectiveness of Yoga Prana Vidya (YPV) Healing in the Management of PHN. Experience has shown that YPV is an effective noninvasive non-drug therapy for several ailments and this study has used... Show More
  • Prevalence of Salmonella Spp Isolated from Poultry Products (Carcasses and Eggs) from Markets and Slaughterhouses of Bamako

    Brahima Sacko, Satigui Sidibe, Modibo Kouyate, Oumar Traore, Ibrahim Sow, Kadiatou Coulibaly, Amadou Hamadoun Babana

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 179-183
    Received: Nov. 17, 2019
    Accepted: Dec. 07, 2019
    Published: Dec. 23, 2019
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    Abstract: In Mali, poultry farming is a valuable source of income for the population. With huge production potential, the conditions necessary to achieve the quality and safety of poultry products must be in place. This study, conducted between February 2017and May2018 had the objective of assessing the bacteriological prevalence of salmonella in eggs and po... Show More
  • Increased Oxidative Stress Markers in Subjects Occupationally Exposed to Heavy Metals May Be Due to Poor Antioxidant Responses to Stressors

    Okonkwo Francis Obiora, Benjamin Danladi, Bege Jonathan, Uzonu Ikenna Ugonna, John Barnabas Nvau, Chukwunonso ECC Ejike

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 184-189
    Received: Dec. 05, 2019
    Accepted: Dec. 12, 2019
    Published: Dec. 23, 2019
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    Abstract: Artisanal miners (AM) and farmers who use water from abandoned mines for irrigation (FA) are occupationally exposed to heavy metals. Understanding their antioxidant-responses to such stressors warrants investigation. The oxidative stress levels and antioxidant-responses in 45 test subjects (AM, 30; FA, 15) and 15 control subjects who live far away ... Show More
  • Psychological and Social Effects of Pregnancy in Unmarried Young Women in Bui, Northwest, Cameroon

    Rita Muso Fubam, Akin-Tunde Ademola Odukogbe, Magbagbeola David Dairo

    Issue: Volume 7, Issue 6, December 2019
    Pages: 190-198
    Received: Nov. 25, 2019
    Accepted: Dec. 19, 2019
    Published: Dec. 31, 2019
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    Abstract: Unmarried status has been associated with low psychological and social wellbeing among young pregnant women, who are very likely to have unintended pregnancies. The current study investigated the psychological and social effects of pregnancy in unmarried young women aged 15 to 24 years in Bui, Northwest Cameroon. It was a cross-sectional facility-b... Show More