International Journal of Pathogens
Volume 1, Issue 1 (2024)
Table of contents
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Identifying ABO Blood Group and Rh Status Using Dried Saliva Samples
Abstract: This article discusses the accuracy of dried saliva samples in establishing ABO and Rh blood types. Participants, likely screened for secretor status beforehand, submitted blood and saliva samples. Both samples were ABO blood typed (A, B, AB, or O) using standard methods such as gel card technology or hemagglutination assays. We used both saliva and blood to perform Rh typing. The findings revealed that saliva and blood typing for ABO …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 11–19 Read article
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Panoramic review on Sida rhombifolia L.
Abstract: Sida Rhombifolia is also called Bala and is a well-known Ayurvedic herbal preparation used to treat inflammation, pain and neurological disorders. Literature calls Bala as Sida cordifolia, Sida, root powder acute, Sida cordata or Sida Rhombifolia subsp. retusa to achieve clinical efficacy of standardization of ksheerBala thailam Balamulacherna is essential.The objective of the study is to authenticate the pharmacognostic standards of Sida Rhombifolia root powder. Sida Rhombifolia was standardized with …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 20–32 Read article
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Review on Spirulina ( Green Alage)
Abstract: Spirulina is an edible blue-green algae that is a plant protein source. In recent years, its health benefits have attracted scientific attention, including micro-level examinations of the algae's bioactive components. As proof of concept, investigations conducted in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo have shown how spirulina works and how it affects immunity. Spirulina has been used as a whole food and as a nutritional supplement for many years. It …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Uterine Leiomyosarcoma: A Diagnostic Dilemma
Abstract: Tumours that fall under the category of uterine malignancies include carcinosarcomas, leiomyosarcomas, endometrial stromal sarcomas, and undifferentiated sarcomas. Of them, leiomyosarcoma is the most common subtype, while still quite uncommon—it accounts for 1% to 2% of uterine cancers. Since postmenopausal bleeding is typically present in leiomyosarcomas, prompt detection is essential for successful treatment. This case study features a 50-year-old female patient who had postmenopausal bleeding, which is a common sign …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 38–42 Read article
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Cartridge-Based Nucleic Acid Amplification for Rapid Tuberculosis Diagnosis
Abstract: In terms of public health, tuberculosis continues to have a significant impact on people's lives. The process of determining the underlying cause of a sickness or condition in a patient is known as clinical diagnosis. It entails the use of numerous diagnostic methods, including physical examinations, laboratory testing, and imaging procedures for medical purposes. Smear microscopy, which are frequently utilized, have poor sensitivity and lengthy turnaround times, respectively. An innovative, …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 43–48 Read article