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Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda

Publications (8)

Gender and Age Variations in Biomarkers of Diabetic Nephrotoxicity in a Nigerian Teaching Hospital: KIM-1, Cystatin C and Microalbuminuria

Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda, Achor Chor Joyce Chituru & Helen Waribo · International Journal of Advances in Nephrology Research · 2026

Background: Early detection of diabetic nephropathy (DN) is crucial for preventing its progression to chronic kidney disease. While biomarkers like Kidney Injury Molecule-1 (KIM-1), Cystatin C, and microalbuminuria aid in identifying renal injury, gender- and age-related variatio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijanr/2026/v9i186

Evaluating the Protective Potential of Activated Charcoal against Tannic Acid-Induced Hepatotoxicity in Rats

Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda & John Oyindenyefa Jenakumo · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2024

Background: There is an increase in substance toxicity and abuse with tannic acid in developing countries in the past few years. Different substances, both chemical and traditional, have been used to neutralize or reduce the toxic effects of tannic acid poisoning. Aim: This study...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i6343

Effects of Hot Aqueous Extract of Telfairia occidentalis Leaves (Ugu) on Testosterone Levels in Adult Male Wistar Rats (Rattus novergicus)

Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda, Benjamin Nnamdi Okolonkwo, Chikadibia Fyneface Amadi & Portia Ajuwonyanagha Miejene · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2024

Testosterone influences various aspects of reproductive health and overall well-being. Herbal extracts are reputed for their potential effects on testosterone levels. This study investigated the testosterone-modulating potentials of hot aqueous extracts of Telfairia occidentalis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2024/v16i12429

Evaluation of Omega-3, Omega-6 and Lipid Contents of Wistar Rats Treated with Frequently Used Cooking Oil in Nigeria

Osughe Wisdom Olume, Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda & Brown Holy · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2025

Many studies suggest a connection between the consumption of vegetable oils and cardiovascular diseases (CVD). This research investigated the effects of various cooking oils on the lipid profiles of Wistar rats. The study involved forty-two Wistar rats, approximately 3 months old...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2025/v27i7795

Triiodothyronine Variations during Resumption and Examination Periods: A Study among First-Year Medical Students

Benjamin Nnamdi Okolonkwo, Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda, Chikadibia Fyneface Amadi & Grace Owaji-Imam Dienye · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Triiodothyronine (T3) is a thyroid hormone that plays a crucial role in regulating the body's metabolism and maintaining homoestasis. There is limited knowledge of the effect of academic activities on T3 level among first-year students in various times of their academic journey....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i1346

Evaluation of Surfactant-D and Inflammatory Markers in Albino Rats Exposed to Commonly-Used Air Fresheners

Chinemerem Obiageri Akujuobi, Kemzi Nosike Elechi-Amadi & Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Air freshener exposures have been associated with a range of adverse health effects. This study evaluated Surfactant-D, interleukin 1-beta and tumour necrosis factor-alpha in albino rats exposed to the following brands of air fresheners (Airwick, Swiss and Sunshine). Forty-two al...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i3392

Effects of Hot Aqueous Extract of Cyperus Esculentus Lativum (Tiger Nut) on Testosterone Levels in Adult Male Wistar Rats (Rattus norvrgicus)

Chikadibia Fyneface Amadi, Benjamin Nnamdi Okolonkwo, Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda & Portia Ajuwonyanagha Miejene · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2024

Testosterone plays a crucial role in various aspects of reproductive health and general well-being. Herbal extracts are commonly believed to have potential effects on testosterone levels. This study aimed to explore the impact of hot aqueous extracts of Cyperus esculentus latvum...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2024/v16i12430

Assessment of Some Brain Antioxidants Profile in Plasmodium berghei berghei Infected Mice Treated with Ethanol Leaf Extract of Musa paradisiaca

Adebayo Olugbenga Adegoke, Ben Sandy Odeghe, Ibitoroko Maureen George-Opuda, Abimbola Temitayo Awopeju, Kemzi Nosike Elechi-Amadi & Emmanuella Chidiebere-Onwukwe · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2023

Background and Aim: This study evaluated brain antioxidants of locally formulated herbal antimalarial therapy, dry plantain leaf extract (Musa paradisiaca) on mice infected with Plasmodium berghei. Experimental Procedure: Five groups of ten mice each namely control, P. berghei, a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2023/v25i3608