Yahaya Hassan

Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP): Comparative Advances over Conventional PCR and Other Molecular Techniques

Yahaya Hassan & Leslie Thian Lung Than · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Gene amplification technology is essential in the fields of diagnostic medicine. The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is central in the molecular studies and provides ways for diagnostic advancement in the areas. However, the requirement for thermal cycler in a dedicated facility...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i830257

Lassa Virus Diagnostic Platforms: Limitations and Prospects

Yahaya Hassan, Abdulhadi Sale Kumurya, Ibrahim Aminu, Sanusi Rahinatu Sharfadi & Abdullahi Alhassan Sharif · Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases · 2020

Background: Lassa virus (LASV) is the cause of lassa fever (LF) belonging to the Arenaviridae family. Clinical diagnosis is often difficult because of symptoms commonality with other infectious diseases. Early and rapid diagnosis is critical for therapy initiation and LF transmis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrid/2020/v4i330147

Therapeutic Targets on Toxoplasma gondii Parasite in Combatting Toxoplasmosis

Sharif Alhassan Abdullahi, Ngah Zasmy Unyah, Noshariza Nordin, Rusliza Basir, Wana, Mohammed Nasir, Ashraf, Ahmad Alapid, Yahaya Hassan, Tijjani, Mustapha & Roslaini Abd Majid · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2019

The status of toxoplasmosis management is challenged by drug intolerance, compromised efficacy and potential development of drug resistance. However, currently, there are very limited targets on T. gondii that serve as the site of action of current medications. This review aimed...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2019/v32i230081