Carbohydrate antigen 19–9 (CA 19–9) is a tumor–associated antigen, which is used in the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer but is also a marker of pancreatic tissue damage that might be caused by diabetes. The aim of this study was to evaluate serum CA19–9 levels in patients with typ...
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Research Article10.9734/bjpr/2016/30808
The present study reports the development and validation of a stability-indicating reverse phase ultra performance liquid chromatographic method for the determination of nebivolol (NEB) in the presence of its process related impurities in bulk drugs and also demonstrates the stru...
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Research Article10.9734/bjpr/2016/31354
Tracheostomised patients are at risk of several complications. The complications of tracheostomy include bleeding, stenosis, pneumothorax, tracheo-arterial fistulas and malacia. In article described the case of severe complication of tracheostomy. We report a patient who suffered...
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Research Article10.9734/bjpr/2016/31700
Aim of Study: Bauhinia scandens L. (Leguminosae) is a valuable plant used for various ailments. This study investigated the in vitro antioxidant potential and quantification of selected bioactive plant polyphenol compounds of the ethanolic extracts of Bauhinias scandens (EEBS). S...
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Research Article10.9734/bjpr/2016/31817
Aim: To highlight the importance of monitoring rare side effects of commonly used drugs. Linezolid induced bone marrow (BM) suppression is rare side effect of therapy and rarely reported in the pediatrics age group. Case Description: A seven year old patient, with persistent disc...
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Research Article10.9734/IJMPCR/2016/30081
Coffee Berry Disease (CBD), caused by the fungus Colletotrichum kahawae, is a major constraint that hinders Arabica coffee production in Kenya. The disease causes up to 80% coffee losses thus affecting export earnings and food security in Kenya. Colletotricum kahawae is spread by...
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Research Article10.9734/ARRB/2016/23326
The use of nodal explants for in vitro propagation promotes direct regeneration of cultures, but may cause high levels of microbial contamination due to large size of the explants. We evaluated different surface sterilization protocols, and inclusion of antibiotics and fungicides...
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Research Article10.9734/ARRB/2016/22995
Aims: To purify and characterize a novel chito-specific lectin from Benincasa hispida fruit. Study Design: Protein purification and characterization using biochemical and biophysical techniques under various denaturing conditions. Place and Duration of Study: Biochemical Sciences...
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Research Article10.9734/IJBCRR/2016/23270
Appendicitis is the most common acute surgical condition of the abdomen. The diagnosis of acute appendicitis can often be made clinically. When the appendix is situated in an abnormal position, the diagnosis of acute appendicitis becomes difficult. Delayed diagnosis or misdiagnos...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23583
Do N. Dai, Le T. Huong, Tran D. Thang, Tajudeen O. Olayiwola, Abdul Razaq A. Ogunmoye & Isiaka A. Ogunwande·Biotechnology Journal International·2016
The chemical composition of volatiles from the fruits of Alpinia menghaiensis S. Q. Tong & Y. M. Xia (Zingiberaceae) has been studied. The essential oils were obtained by hydrodistillation in a Clevenger-type apparatus and analyzed by gas chromatography (GC-FID) and gas chrom...
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Research Article10.9734/BBJ/2016/22908
Photoelectrochemical fuel cells consisting of pure TiO2 and doped TiO2 with transitional metals, Ni, Cu, Fe, or Co, were made to decompose environmentally hazardous material and to generate electricity by capturing solar irradiations. The titanium dioxide porous structure was dev...
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Research Article10.9734/ACRI/2016/23736
This study is carried out to analyze the problem of high vibration in gas turbine installed in power and desalination plant. This study is carried out in Al Ghubra Power and Desalination plant. Three case studies related to vibration problem were presented to diagnosis the cause...
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Research Article10.9734/BJAST/2016/23163
This article substantiates a new look on Euclid's Elements and mathematics history, based on Proclus hypothesis. Proclus hypothesis answers the question about Euclid’s goal for writing his Elements. Two Greek mathematical achievements underlie Proclus hypothesis: the golden ratio...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMCS/2016/23100
L. O. Chike-Mozie, C. C. Ekwealor, T. C. Ajogwu, C. Chibor-Ekweanya & I. A. Ekwealor·Advances in Research·2016
Aim: To screen for active Lysine -producing yeasts. Study Design: Examination of different kinds of fruits. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Applied Microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, from January, 2014 and July, 2015. Methodology: Yeast isolates...
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Research Article10.9734/AIR/2016/21988
Recurrent miscarriage occurs in 1–3% of couples aiming at childbirth. It continues to be a challenging reproductive problem for the patient and clinician. Therefore, identifying a cytogenetic cause for a miscarriage may be of great significance for the management of recurrent mis...
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Research Article10.9734/ISRR/2016/23441