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78 articles for “biochemical tests”
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Preliminary Phytochemical Analysis and Haemolytic Activity Assay of Tuber Extract of Ruellia tuberosa L.
Abstract: Presence of certain chemical compounds is responsible for medicinal properties of the plant. In the present study, the various biochemical tests were conducted to examine the presence of various phytochemicals in the methanolic, petroleum ether and chloroform tuber extracts of Ruellia tuberosa L. Also, the extracts were subjected to the in vitro haemolytic activity assay. The tests confirmed the presence of carbohydrates, alkaloids, tannins, terpenoids and flavanoids in all the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Preliminary Studies on the Bacteriological and Physicochemical Qualities of Selected Surface Drinking Water in Selected Rural Communities of Ondo North Senatorial District, Ondo State
Abstract: The present study evaluated the quality of surface water samples used for drinking in selected communities of Ondo State Northern Senatorial region. The physiochemical parameters analyzed range were; pH, (7.2–7.8), temperature (22.8–29.3°C) conductivity (59–118 μs/cm), total dissolved solids (38–147 mg/L), total suspended solids (74–153 mg/L), total hardness (11.3–36.4 mg/L), biological oxygen demand (3.8–10.1 mg/L), nitrate (2.94–19.34 mg/L), phosphate (0.54–1.65 mg/L). The results were compared with WHO standards in which they …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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A Study on Antibiotic Susceptibility Pattern of Staphylococcus Aureus Isolated from Acne and the Evaluation of Anti-Staphylococcal Activity using Natural Herbs
Abstract: The study aimed to isolate antibiotic resistant S. aureus from acne of college students and screening natural remedies to control acne S. aureus. Totally nine isolates exhibited yellow colonies on Mannitol Salt Agar (MSA) and the metallic black colony with a zone of clearance in Baird Parker Agar medium was used. Gram staining of these isolates exhibited Gram-positive cocci in bunches and biochemical tests revealed that the isolates were citrate …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 21–31 Read article
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Extraction and Identification of Active Components from Herbs for their Characterization towards Prevention of Poly-cystic Ovary Syndrome
Abstract: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common gynecological endocrine disorder that causes reproductive and metabolic disturbances. It is more common in females who have obesity and in some females it can also be a genetic disorder. PCOS can be treated by allopathic medicines but they have number of side effects in women like acne and menstrual irregularity. From thousands of years, plants have become a source of medicinal agents without …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Accidentally Diagnosed Hepatic Hydatid Cyst: A Case Report
Abstract: Hydatid disease is a parasitic infection by a tape worm of Genus Echinococcus. It is a zoonotic disease that occurs throughout the world. The life cycle of E. granulosus alternates between herbivores and carnivores (Such as sheep & Dogs). Man is an accidental intermediate host and a dead end in parasites life cycle. The oral entry of parasite finds its host organ as intestinal mucosa where they develop into adult …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Isolation and Characterization of Protease Producing Organism Bacillus Species from Slaughter House Waste
Abstract: The purpose of this investigation was to isolate protease producing bacteria from slaughter house waste collected in local area of Kaliakkavilai. The Bacillus sp. was identified by several biochemical and physiological tests. The effect of different production parameters such as pH, temperature, metal ions concentration and substrate concentration for protease production by the isolated bacterial strain were studied. The enzyme production was assayed in submerged fermentation with optimized parameters to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Solubility And Phytochemical Screening Of Selected Indian Culinaries
Abstract: Aim is to separate the phytocompounds present in selected Indian Culinary like Bay leaf, Cinnamon and Spices, which are also used as flavouring food and have medicinal properties such a antimicrobial, anticancer, anti-inflammatory etc. Their solubility properties were also examined with the polarity of extract. Methodology involved plant collection, extraction by maceration and subjecting the extracts to various standard solubility tests and standard biochemical phytochemical screening procedures. The study demonstrated …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 32–40 Read article
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Evaluation of Marine Waste Water And Aromatic Hydrocarbons Toxicity Using A Battery of Assays
Abstract: Abstract The aim of this study is to evaluate the toxic effects of marine wastewater and representative aromatic hydrocarbons using a battery of assays. The methods employed for the toxicological evaluation involve physic-chemical analysis of the marine wastewater, toxi-chromo test using mutant E coli and sub-chronic animal toxicity testing with emphasis on body weight determination, biochemical indices and histopathological examination. The results showed that Nembe water side wastewater sample contain …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Identification of ESBL producing Escherichia coli from Urine Samples at Tertiary Care Hospital in Jhalawar
Abstract: Introduction: Antibiotic resistance (ABR) is a serious worldwide threat to public health due to the emergence of multidrug resistant bacteria and is considered as a great problem in the treatment of bacterial infections both in hospital as well as community settings. Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) producing strains have emerged as a significant challenge to counter with present antibiotics. Aims: Our study was aimed to know the prevalence of ESBL producing …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 38–45 Read article
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Isolation and Characterization of Lantibiotic Producing Lactic Acid Bacteria from Ambali, Aged Mango Pickle Probiotics
Abstract: Each year in the US at least 2 million people are sickened with antibiotic resistant infection. The development of antibiotics was one of the most important advances of medicine. Many bacterial infections (e.g. tuberculosis and infected wounds) that previously had no effective treatment and often killed people became treatable with antibiotics, saving millions of lives. Now, because of the overuse and misuse of antibiotics, bacterial infections that were once easily …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Lab Reagents and Their Importance in Bio-chemistry
Abstract: Biochemical reagents are essential substances in the study of life at the molecular level. These reagents help scientists detect, identify, and quantify bio-molecules such as proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and enzymes in biological systems. They play a vital role in understanding metabolic reactions and physiological processes within living organisms. Biochemical reagents are generally classified into analytical, diagnostic, enzymatic, chromogenic, and buffer reagents, each serving a specific purpose in laboratory and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Evaluation of Safety of Unani Pharmacopieal Majoon-e-Lana in Cases of Neurasthenia
Abstract: Neurasthenia, referred to as Zof-e-Asaab in the Unani system of medicine, is a functional disorder characterized by generalized weakness of the nervous system. Individuals suffering from this condition commonly experience persistent fatigue, reduced physical and mental performance, low mood, irritability, disturbed sleep, and, in some cases, elevated blood pressure. Although various conventional treatment options are available for symptom management, no specific curative therapy has been established. Furthermore, long-term use of …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Evaluation of Safety of Unani Pharmacopieal Majoon-e-Lana in Cases of Neurasthenia
Abstract: Neurasthenia, referred to as Zof-e-Asaab in the Unani system of medicine, is a functional disorder characterized by generalized weakness of the nervous system. Individuals suffering from this condition commonly experience persistent fatigue, reduced physical and mental performance, low mood, irritability, disturbed sleep, and, in some cases, elevated blood pressure. Although various conventional treatment options are available for symptom management, no specific curative therapy has been established. Furthermore, long-term use of …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 37–44 Read article
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Antagonistic Potentials of Actinomycetes Isolated from Coastal Area of Niger Delta against Citrus sinensis (Sweet Orange) and Lycopersicum esculentum (Tomato) Fungal Pathogens
Abstract: The antagonistic potentials of actinomycetes isolated from coastal area of Niger Delta against Citrus sinensis (sweet orange) and Lycopersicum esculentum (tomato) fungal pathogens were investigated. Marine sediment and water samples were collected from ten (10) different points from Onne Light Flow Terminal Seaport situated in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria. The actinomycetes were isolated on Glycerol Starch Casein Nitrate Agar using spread plate technique as well as …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 4–15 Read article
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Toxicological Evaluation Of Two Nigerian Refinery Effluents Using Natural Biomonitors
Abstract: Abstract The present study aimed to evaluate the toxic effects of two Nigerian refineries’ effluents using natural bio-monitors. Standard physicochemical analysis, toxi-chromo test using mutant E. coli and sub-chronic animal toxicity testing with emphasis on tissue heavy metal accumulation, biochemical parameters and histopathology, were adopted during the study. The physicochemical results revealed that the two effluent samples are highly polluted although PH sample was more polluted than the Warri sample. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Polymeric Microfluidic Chips for Rapid Point-of-Care Diagnostic Testing
Abstract: Polymeric microfluidic chips have emerged as promising platforms for rapid point-of-care (POC) diagnostic testing by integrating sample preparation, fluid manipulation, biochemical reactions, and signal detection within compact and potentially low-cost devices. Their compatibility with materials such as polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS), polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), cyclic olefin copolymer (COC), polystyrene (PS), polycarbonate (PC), and polymer–paper composites provide considerable flexibility in device design and manufacturing. Advances in soft lithography, injection moulding, hot embossing, laser …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Evaluation of the Effects of Vitamin D Supplementation on Glycemic Control and Lipid Profile in Normoglycemic and STZ-Induced Type-2 Diabetic Rats
Abstract: The term diabetes mellitus describes a metabolic disorder of multiple aetiologies and is characterized by chronic hyperglycemia with disturbances of carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. The current approaches for treatment of diabetes are mostly dependent on insulin and other oral standard drugs, which have their own drawbacks. Thus, micronutrients supplementation is gaining momentum as the quest for management of diabetes …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 24–34 Read article
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An Open Label Randomized Comparative Clinical Study of Safoof-e-Mohazzil versus Atorvastatin in the Cases of Fart-e-Tadassum-Fid-Dam (Primary Hyperlipidaemia)
Abstract: Hyperlipidaemia (Fart-e-Tadassum-Fid-Dam) is a common metabolic disease seen in clinical practice. It is mentioned that increased lipid level is associated with the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis. Theory of hyperlipidaemia meets similarly on the basis of etiology, presentation, complications, patho-physiology and non-pharmacological management with Saman-e-mufrit (obesity). Therefore, it is an important need to provide safe and effective drug from Unani system of medicine for the long term management of hyperlipidaemia. In the …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Screening of Obesity and its Associated Biochemical Markers in North Indian Population
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to explore out the prevalence of biochemical markers, and their connection with obesity in north Indian population. The sample size was 300, between the ages of 10 and 60 years old from all the ethics of north India. The obesity was calculated by body mass index based on the World Health Organization standard. We collected venous blood for biochemical markers investigation (total cholesterol, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 51–54 Read article
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Cytopathology an important aspect of medical diagnosis
Abstract: The scientific subject of pathology examines how illness develops and how infrastructure changes. There are several subspecialties within pathology that focus on the ultimate diagnosis and serve as the cornerstone for the patient's treatment and recovery. It includes blood banking, serology, histopathology, cytopathology, microbiology, biochemistry, and hematology. From the days when a microscope was considered unnecessary to the present, when it is considered essential, pathology has advanced quickly. Surgeons and …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–18 Read article