O. C. Arinze-Anyiam, Evarista O. Osime, Zainab Omoruyi, A. F. Anyiam, Monica E. Ojeifo & Emmanuel Ifeanyi Obeagu·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: Stored whole blood undergoes progressive haematological and enzymatic changes that may vary according to the anticoagulant-preservative solution used. Aims: This study evaluated the impact of anticoagulant type (ACD, CPD, and CPDA-1) and ABO blood group on haematologi...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3273
I. S. Chaitanya Kumar, A. Sindhu Bhargavi, B. Lavanya, TS. Vijay Sri, C. Uma Magheswari, P. Saichandana & P. Bhuvan Kalyan·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Syphilis has re-emerged as a major sexually transmitted infection in many regions, and blood services are increasingly detecting reactive and confirmed results among donors. This trend is important for two distinct reasons: it may signal changing infection patterns in populations...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3272
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the use, efficacy, and safety of ponatinib in patients with chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML) treated outside clinical-trial settings in Bangladesh, where trial evidence may not fully reflect routine practice. Methods: A retrospective, multic...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3271
Bhargava Rahul, Nathany Shrinidhi, Surange Devyani, Swaminathan Anusha, Dua Vikas, Bhurani Dinesh, K Nath Swarsat, Makda Moin, Panda Rastogi Neha, Arora Sunisha, Chakraborty Sohini, Garg Paritosh, Verma Haristuti, Shrivastava Harshu, Gupta Aastha, Raizada Niti, Ahmed Rayaz, Singh Reema, Singh Aakanksha & Pachauri Priyanshi·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: Core-binding factor AML (CBF-AML), defined by RUNX1::RUNX1T1 and CBFB::MYH11 fusions, is conventionally classified as favorable-risk. Genomic data from low- and middle-income countries such as India remain limited. Aims: This study aimed to characterise the co-mutatio...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3270
Microcytic transformation and erythropoietic failure in pregnancy are commonly attributed to iron deficiency and physiological haemodilution; however, the independent and combined contributions of chronic H. pylori infection and occult gastrointestinal blood loss to anaemia sever...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3269
P. Kishore Kumar, Bagadam Aparna, K. Malikarjun Rao, Syed Mohiuddin Quadri & V. Uma Maheshwar Rao·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: Pure red cell aplasia (PRCA) is an uncommon haematological disorder characterised by severe anaemia, reticulocytopenia, and selective suppression of erythroid precursors in the bone marrow, with preservation of other haematopoietic lineages. In patients with human imm...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3268
Okoli Robertson Onyeka, Osunde Ifechukwude, Orkuma Joseph Aondoawase, Obekpa Solomon & Asor Paul Msugh·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Chronic, excessive alcohol consumption exerts direct toxic effects on the haematopoietic system and causes severe nutritional deficiencies. Rarely, multiple nutritional deficiencies coexist, creating a dimorphic red cell population that can normalise standard red cell indices, su...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3267
Background: Menopause is associated with hormonal and physiological changes that may influence haematological and inflammatory parameters. Platelet indices and platelet-derived ratios have been proposed as accessible markers of systemic inflammation and thrombotic tendency. Aims:...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3266
Aims: This study assessed adherence to three selected Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS) essentials—Process Control, Facilities and Safety, and Equipment Management—in the Haematology Department of P.C.E.A Chogoria Hospital, Kenya. Study Design: A descriptive cross-secti...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3265
Uloma Vivian Abara, Titilayo O. Bamidele, Moses A. Daikwo, Jamey Peters Mairiga, Ann Ukamaka Ijeomah, Chinenye Benjamin Marcellina, Ifeomah Mojekwu, Kebe Etim Arikpo, Iwara Arikpo Iwara, B. I. Ele, Ebri Ofem Omini & Moses Zira Zaruwa·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are a group of environmental contaminants that arise from the incomplete combustion of organic matter or fuel. They consist of more than 200 organic compounds containing two or more fused aromatic rings. Aim: This study aimed to...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3264
Alcohol consumption may influence haematological status and red blood cell indices; however, local data from Okrika Local Government Area, Rivers State, remain limited. This study compared selected red blood cell parameters and indices between alcohol-consuming adults and non-alc...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3261
Congenital dyserythropoietic anaemia type II is a rare inherited disorder of ineffective erythropoiesis that can resemble chronic haemolytic anaemia. This case describes a 25-year-old female with long-standing anaemia, recurrent jaundice, previous packed red blood cell transfusio...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3262
Myeloid sarcoma is an uncommon extramedullary manifestation of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), and orbital involvement in adults is particularly rare. Delayed recognition may occur because periorbital swelling, proptosis, facial swelling and soft-tissue masses can resemble inflamm...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3259
Maureen C. Anaebue, Ayodeji D. Johnson, Nwachukwu Uchechukwu, Abdirahman A. Kher, Ahmed I. Ali & Obinna D. Nwaizuzu·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Acute promyelocytic leukaemia is a distinct subtype of acute myeloid leukaemia defined by the PML-RARA fusion gene and responsiveness to differentiation-based therapy with all-trans retinoic acid and arsenic trioxide. Although acute promyelocytic leukaemia typically presents with...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3260
Manasik Elghali, Abdelhakam G. Tamomh, Ali Louay Muhammad Nour, Hamza Azhary Abdullah, Hawazin Al-Fadel Saleh & Manasik Abdo Farj·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: Ionising radiation can cause various forms of cellular damage, including an increased incidence of chromosomal aberrations. The cytotoxic effects of low-dose ionising radiation in occupationally exposed radiation workers have been reported; therefore, laboratory worke...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i3258