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Molecular Diversity Analysis of Indigenous Potato Cultivars Using RAPD Markers

Farhana Naznin, Md. Ashraful Haque, Md. Hasan Sofiur Rahman, Md. Hasan Atikur Rahman & Md. Nazmul Hasan Mehedi · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

The study was undertaken to identify genotypic diversity at molecular level of potato for varietal improvement program at the Advanced Plant Breeding Laboratory, Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Bongobondhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (BSMRAU), Gazipur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v6i130145

Bacteriological Assessment of African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) Isolated from Earthen and Concrete Fish Pond

Oludare Temitope Osuntokun, Adewole Adeyemo Muniru & Komolafe Temitope Morenike · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

The purpose of this research work is to evaluates, isolate, identify, characterized and compare the bacteria load in African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) from Earthen and Concrete Fish Pond. African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) is a choice culture fish and an African delicacy to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v6i130143

Effect of Juice Extract of Beetroot, Lemon, Pawpaw Leaf and Their Combinations on Weight and Lipid Profile of Albino Wistar Rat

I. Gurumtet, S. W. Kopdorah, L. Wazoh, A. A. Hassan, Y. Denkok, E. R. Embugushiki & S. B. Makwin · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Fruits and vegetables have been found to contain important phytochemicals that have been implicated in preventing overweight and obesity. This study is aim at investigating the effects of lemon, pawpaw leaves, beetroots juices and their combinations on rates of urination, defecat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v6i130144

Glycine and Selenium (Separately and in Combination) Reduced Bromate-Mediated Oxidative Stress and Inflammatory Response in U937 Cells

Tebekeme Okoko · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

The toxicity of bromate is ascribed to DNA damage and alteration in carbohydrate mechanism that could result to lipid peroxidation and oxidative stress. The effects of glycine and selenium on bromate-induced alterations on U937 cells and U937-derived macrophages were investigated...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v6i130142

Evaluation of the Antioxidant Properties of Vitellaria paradoxa Seed Extract and Its Effect of Ultra Violet Radiation Induced Skin Damage

Favour Moses Idih, Uyo Ruth Jeremiah, Hafsat Enesi & Oluseyi Valerie Alagbe · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Ultra violet radiation (UVR) is relevant in nature, but despite its importance it has been labeled as a causative agent in skin damage. This study was done to evaluate the antioxidant properties of shea butter and its role in the prevention of skin damage. Six groups of albino ra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v6i130141

Molecular Identification of Aflatoxigenic Fungi in Some Foods from Selected Markets in Lagos

Oluwatosin Bidemi Ajiboye, Wahab Oluwanisola Okunowo, Emmanuel Gboyega Ajiboye & Abiola Olajumoke Oyedeji · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Aflatoxigenic fungi are species of fungi that produce aflatoxins in food commodities. This study was aimed at screening different food samples in our local market for aflatoxigenic fungi using the aflatoxin regulatory gene (aflR gene). Six food samples (wheat, cowpea, rice, maize...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i430139

Morphological and Molecular Characterization of Alternaria sect. Ulocladioides/Ulocladium Isolated from Citrus Fruits in Upper Egypt

Youssuf A. Gherbawy, Thanaa A. Maghraby, Karima E. Abdel Fattah & Mohamed A. Hussein · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Citrus is the most important crop in Upper Egypt. 150 infected samples were collected from citrus samples (Navel orange, Tangerine and Lemon) in Upper Egypt, 50 samples from each fruit. Twenty-two isolates representing three species of Alternaria belong to A. sect. Ulocladioides...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i430138

Changes in Haematological Parameters in Plasmodium falciparum Infected Malaria Patients in an Urban Slum of Lagos, Nigeria

U. O. Ozojiofor, O. O. Bankole, N. Anene, A. U. Hassan & S. A. Emaleku · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

The present study was carried to determine the changes in haematological parameters in P. falciparum infected patients in Ajeromi Ifelodun area of Lagos, Nigeria. Seventy (70) human subjects comprising of 50 P. falciparum malarial infected and 20 non-infected (control) subjects b...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i430137

Assessment of Ovarian Integrity, Reproductive Hormones, and Oxidative Stress in Albino Rats Exposed to Tartrazine Azo Dye

Ibioku Elekima, Okorite L. Horsfall, Ifeanyi G. Adimefe, Sandra I. Ayaugbokor, Helen A. Waribo & Edna O. Nwachuku Nwachuku · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Aim: To assess the effect of tartrazine at ADI doses on ovarian integrity (the weight and histology of the ovary), reproductive fertility hormones (luteinizing hormones (LH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and prolactin (PRL)) and oxidative stress markers (glutathione peroxid...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i430136

Evaluation of Lipid Profile and Atherogenic Index of Plasma in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (AIP = log TG/HDL-c)

Djite Moustapha, Barry Nene Kesso Oumou, Kandji Pape Matar, Sagne René Ngor, Ndour El Hadji Malick, Gueye-Tall Fatou, Thioune Ndeye Marieme, T. Sagna-Bassene Helene Ange, Coly-Gueye Najah Fatou, Doupa Dominique, Ndiaye-Diallo Rokhaya, Ndour-Mbaye Maimouna, Cisse Aynina, Diop Pape Amadou, Lopez-Sall Philomène & Gueye Papa Madieye · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Aims: The objective of our study was to evaluate the lipid profile and the plasma atherogenicity index obtained from the log (TG / HDL-c) in diabetics patients. Study Design: This is a comparative and analytical study. Place and Duration of Study: Sample: MARC SANKALE Centre at t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i330132

Comparative of Different Drying Methods on the Phytochemical and Some Nutrient Components of Scent Leaf (Ocimum gratissimum)

N. B. Muhammad, S. Salihu & A. I. Umar · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

The effect of air, sun, and oven drying methods on scent leaf (Ocimum gratissimum) and the organic and dietary elemental composition of its leaves was evaluated using standard analytical procedures. Drying increased significantly and the concentration of organic constituents eval...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i330131

Protein Isolates from Fermented Melon Seeds Promoted Differential Expression in Liver and Pancreas of Streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Male Wistar Rats

A. O. Iyoriobhe, A. O. Abiola, P. A. Adedigba, P. H. Fagbenro, T. A. Adebisi, F. A. Idowu, A. S. Ogunbowale, O. A. Abisogun, S. A. Adeniyi, O. B. Adu & B. O. Elemo · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is the most common endocrine disorder of human. However, the anti-diabetic activity of protein isolates from fermented plants seed for DM remains enigmatic. The prevalence of diabetes in Africa is exponentially increasing with more deaths occurring directly...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i330130

Total Bacteria of Post-Thawing Boer Buck Semen with Addition of Sweet Orange Essential Oil to Tris Yolk Extender

Sukma Aditya Sitepu, Zaituni Udin, . Jaswandi & . Hendri · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Aims: To determine the effect of the addition of sweet orange essential oil to the extender (tris yolk extender without the addition of antibiotics/antibacterial) to total bacteria Boer Buck frozen semen. Study Design: Randomized Block Design. Place and Duration of Study: Sample:...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i330129

Response of Wistar Rats to Low Doses of Bisphenol A

Almoeiz Y. Hammad, Shama I. Y. Adam & Warda S. Abdelgadir · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2020

Bisphenol A is an industrial chemical widely used in the manufacture of polycarbonates (PCs), epoxy resins, and other polymeric materials. In this study the toxicity of different doses of oral bisphenol A to wistar rats was investigated. bisphenol A was given to rats at 2.5, 5, 1...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2020/v5i430135