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Treatment Options for Erectile Dysfunction in Diabetics

Chikadibia Fyneface Amadi, Benjamin Nnamdi Okolonkwo, Isobo Jack & Kingsley Kalawari Odiabara · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is defined as the persistent inability to achieve or maintain a penile erection suitable for sexual intercourse. This condition is common with diabetic males. This article comprehensively reviews various treatment options for Erectile Dysfunction (ED) in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i4348

Enhancing the Productivity of Wheat (Triticum spp.) Via Genetic and Environmental Variability: A Review

Muhammad Ashar Abdullah, Mahnoor, Jalal khan, Malaika, Muhammad Awais, Abdullah, Humara & Adnan Shoukat · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Significant advances in our understanding of the biological underpinnings of plant production have created fresh opportunities for innovative breeding approaches as compared to the 1950s. Although the enormous and intricate genomes of hexaploid wheat and diploid barley constitute...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i4347

Variation in Hemoglobin A1c Linked to Hemoglobin S: Comparison of Analysis Results from ion Exchange Chromatography and an Immunoturbidimetric Method

Niokhor Ndane Diouf, O. Boye, M. N. Coly, M. B. Touré, M. Djité, N. F. Coly, I. Y. Soumah, F. Diedhiou, A. Samba, I. Faye, M. M. Gueye, H. H. M. Agossou, R. Ba, S. Thiam, A. Ndiaye, F. Cisse, F. Diallo, M. Sylla-Niang & A. Diatta · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Hemoglobin S can interfere with the measurement of glycated hemoglobin, an essential tool for diagnosing and monitoring diabetes. The objective of this study is to evaluate the analytical performance of  2 glycated haemoglobin assay methods. A prospective cross-sectional study wa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i4346

Assessment of Haptoglobin Gene Polymorphism in cryptogenic Ischemic Stroke in West African Patients

Moustapha DJITE, Ousmane Cissé, Néné Oumou Kesso Barry, Pape Matar Kandji, Diamilatou B. A., Mame Ndoumbé Mbacke, Jean Pascal Demba Diop, Ndiaga Matar Gaye, Ndèye Marème Thioune, Najah Fatou Coly-Gueye, Niokhor Ndane Diouf, El Hadji Malick Ndour, Fatou Gueye-Tall, Dominique Doupa, Rokhaya Ndiaye-Diallo, Philomène Lopez Sall, Aynina Cisse, Pape Amadou Diop, Amadou Gallo Diop & Papa Madieye Gueye · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Introduction: For a long time, it was assumed that stroke only affected people aged over 60, but recent studies have shown that it can occur in younger people. In the latter group, molecular factors and inter-individual differences in susceptibility are being increasingly incrimi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3345

Hippocratea africana Root Extract and Fractions Ameliorates Paracetamol (PCM)-Induced Oxidative Stress and Liver Injuries in Rats

Kufre Noah, Martin O. Anagboso, Uchechukwu L. Iyanyi, Daniel L. Ajaghaku & Jude E. Okokon · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Aim: The antidotal potential of Hippocratea africana root, which is used locally to cure poisoning, was studied in rats. Methodology: The hepatoprotective activity of the root extract (200-600 mg/kg), fractions (dichloromethane (DCM) and aqueous, 400 mg/kg) and Silymarin (100 mg/...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3344

Genotoxic Potential, Total Flavonoid and Phenolic Contents of Solanum anomalum Thonn. Ex Schumach Leaf

Jude E. Okokon, Imoh I. Johnny, Elvis O. Edet, Idongesit C. Etuk & Inyang J. Udo · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Solanum anomalum, a medicinal plant, used in ethnomedicine for their antimalarial, antidiabetic, and antiphlogistic activities was investigated for cytotoxic and genotoxic effects on the root meristem cells of Allium cepa. The extract and fractions was also screened for total fla...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3343

Pharmacognostic Evaluation of the Leaves of Thurnbegia laevis Nees (Acanthaceae)

Romanus A. Umoh, Imoh I. Johnny, Nsima A. Andy, Emmanuel R. Idio, Goodnews E. Charles, Anwanabasi E. Udoh, TiyoAbasi A. Udom & Daniel A. Owineng · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Thurnbegia laevis Nees. belong to the Acanthaceae family. It is used in folklore medicine for the management of diabetes, piles, joint pains as well as skin related problems. This study aims to evaluate the leaves of the plant by employing the quality control parameters. The leav...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3342

Neisseria Gonorrhoeae: Its Dominant Properties to Establish Contact and Attachment that Facilitate Epithelial Invasion and Colonization From a Biochemist Perspective

Trini Suryowati · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Aim: to discuss recent epidemiology of gonorrhoea and updates regarding its pathogenesis with a focus on biochemical aspects of contact and adhesion that preceded its epithelial invasion. Discussion: Neisseria gonorrhoeae, a Gram-negative obligate human pathogenic bacterium, infe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3341

Studying the Potential of Copper Nanoparticles Synthesized from Staphylococcus aureus against Drug-Resistant Bacteria

Syed Bilal Hussain, Maryam Fatima, Asad Aslam, Sadaf Noor & Muhammad Zubair · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) have gained a lot of interest due to their tendency to combat various bacterial strains, making them potential candidates against antibiotic resistant bacteria. Green synthesis of CuNPs eradicates the potential drawbacks of other traditional methods s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3340

Genotoxic and Cytotoxicity Activities of Leaf Extract of Setaria megaphylla

Okokon J. E., Ochigbo E. B., Johnny I. I., Anagboso M. O. & Ebong N. O. · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Setaria megaphylla a medicinal plant, used in ethnomedicine for the treatment of malaria, diabetes and inflammatory diseases was investigated for cytotoxic and genotoxic effects on cells of the root meristem of Allium cepa. Bulbs of Onion were exposed to 2.5 mg/ml, 5mg/ml, and 10...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3339

Formulation of Silver Nanoparticles from Grewia Asiatica Leaf Extract and their Biomedical Applications

Syed Bilal Hussain, Shabnam Iqbal, Sadaf Noor & Muhammad Zubair · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Nanotechnology is a well-advanced area and several types of nanoparticles have been synthesized. Different types of nanoparticles have been synthesized so far using different techniques. It is most practical to produce nanoparticles from plant extracts for use in medicine and oth...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3338

Moringa - The Miracle Tree: An Overview of its Nutritional and Medicinal Properties

Asma Saghir Khan & Quratulain Zulfiqar Ali · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Moringa, scientifically known as (Moringa oleifera Lam.), is a multipurpose tree that has gained considerable attention due to its exceptional nutritional and medicinal properties. Native to the Indian subcontinent, Moringa is now cultivated in various tropical and subtropical re...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3337

Mitigating the Harmful Effect of Salinity on Maize Plants Using Fish Waste-Derived Biochar

Heba Sallam, Mervat Abdel Nasser, Hager Mohamed, Marwa Bahy & Hager Khalil · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Aim: This study was conducted to determine if applying biochar made from fish waste to the soil can alleviate the adverse impacts of salinity stress on maize (Zea mays L.) seedling growth. Materials and Methods: Maize plants were cultivated in two groups of pots; the first group...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3336

Efficacy of Scabdel and Golden Copper Fungicides on Phytopathogenic Fungi Isolated from Guava Leaves

Mohamed A. Hussein, Eman Salah, Dina Marwan, Omnia Sayed, Asmaa Abdalhakm, Roqaia Abdelhakeem, Ebtesam Ibrahim, Aya Abdelhakeem & Youssuf A. Gherbawy · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

The objectives of the study identify the fungal species from guava leaves symptomatic with leaf spots. Six fungal species (Alternaria atra, Botryotrichium verrucosum, Cochliobolus specifer, Drechslera halodes, Humicola grisea and Stachybotrys chartarum) were isolated from infecte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3334

Understanding the Relationship between Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Dyslipidemia

Chikadibia Fyneface Amadi, Benjamin Nnamdi Okolonkwo, Melody Igochiyerum George-Oparati & Kingsley Kalawari Odiabara · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2023

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogenous disorder characterized by signs and symptom of androgen excess and ovarian dysfunction in the absence of other diagnosis, with a prevalence of ~6%-~20%. The aetiology of PCOS can either be unknown (primary) or originating from...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v15i3333