Trophozoites gametocytes and Schizonts are the most common developmental stages of Plasmodium vivax found in human blood. Exflagellation of microgametes occurs in mosquitos but not in humans during the life cycle malaria parasite. Exflagellation can occur in collected human blood...
Allium sativum popularly known and called garlic is known for its many medicinal properties, and it is used in most African homes as a spice and flavoring agent. This study was designed to investigate the effect of Allium sativum (garlic) extract on hematological parameters in di...
We report a unique case of vincristine-induced peripheral neuropathy associated with acute pancreatitis in a 16-year-old male patient suffering from classical Hodgkin lymphoma with the primary symptom of bilateral cervical lymphadenopathy. However, upon diagnosis, this youngster...
Aims: The aims were to investigate the variation of malaria parasite density (GMPD) with sociodemographic and pregnancy related characteristics; the prevalence of anaemia and anamia levels; assess the variation of malaria parasite density (GMPD) with level of anaemia; and to asse...
Introduction: Stroke is a major complication of sickle cell disease, with a high morbidity and mortality rate. This study aimed to determine the contributing factors to the occurrence of stroke in homozygous sickle cell disease patients. This is a study in Senegal and is first su...
Aim: The aim of this research study is to investigate the association and impact of thyroid disorders on haemostasis, specifically focusing on the clotting and bleeding tendencies in patients with thyroid function disorders. Globally, thyroid gland disorders are a common cause of...
Background: Anemia remains a significant public health concern globally, particularly for women of reproductive age. In developing countries like Bangladesh, understanding the extent, underlying causes, and consequences of anemia is crucial for effective interventions. Methods: A...
Castleman disease (CD) is a type of hematological disorder, classified based on the number of the regions of enlarged lymph node, histopathological features, and association with human herpes virus 8. It may be unicentric with single region of the lymph node enlarged, or multicen...
Plasmablastic lymphoma (PBL) is an aggressive subtype of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL), classified as a distinct entity by the WHO (2008) which frequently arises in the oral cavity of HIV infected patients [1]. It is usually associated with EBV infections, and MYC gene rearrangeme...
Iron is an essential micronutrient which plays important roles in human health. This study aimed at evaluating some haematological and iron status parameters of learners from primary schools in Abiakpo Ikot Essien, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. A total of 180 primary school child...
Diabetes mellitus is a disease caused by the disorder in carbohydrate metabolism and it is characterized by impairment in insulin production by the body cells. Beta cells located within clusters of cells in the pancreas are responsible for the secretion of insulin whose role in...
Blood donation stands as a paramount practice crucial for preserving human lives, playing a pivotal role in saving numerous lives annually. A proficient approach to address the demand for a secure blood supply hinges significantly on enlisting and retaining blood donors. In light...
The effects of co-administration of ethanol extracts of Gongronema Latifolium and Tapinanthus bangwensis leaves on blood glucose level, body and organs weights in normal male Albino Wistar rats were evaluated. Groups 1,2 and 3 of four animals each were treated respectively with 2...
Yusuf Ishaya Dogonzo, Christopher Chimaobi Onyeabor, Chiamaka Martha Oru, Ogochukwu Dorothy Owusi, Richard Chukwuebuka Ozor, Otude Ebubechi, Onyehara Esther Chizaram & Oparaji Blessing·International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology·2023
Background: Oxidative stress is a clinical condition in sickle cell disease (SCD) that results from increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). High Foetal haemoglobin (HbF) is beneficial in sickle cell disease due to its ability to resist polymerization with sickle ha...
Acquired von Willebrand Disease (AvWD) is an uncommon bleeding disorder resulting from the development of decreased quantities of circulating functional von Willebrand factor (vWF). The condition may occur due to a number of pathogenic mechanisms, and is invariably associated wit...