Background: Thrombocytopenia is a common haematological abnormality encountered in clinical practice and is associated with a wide spectrum of etiologies ranging from transient infections to chronic systemic disorders. The clinical significance of thrombocytopenia depends not onl...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i2242
Blood coagulation is a complex physiological process that prevents excessive haemorrhage and preserves the integrity of the circulatory system. It comprises a sequence of tightly regulated events that culminate in the formation of a blood clot, or thrombus, at the site of vascula...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i2241
Urhie Otejiro Onayimi, Okuonghae Efe Mobolaji, Dirisu Muhammad Ishau, Awotiku Olumide Akintomiwa & Ibhayehor Juliet Orobosa·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: Sickle cell leg ulcers (SCLU) contribute to significant morbidity in patients with sickle cell disease (SCD). Nigeria has the highest burden of sickle cell disease (SCD) and about one-third of the patients have leg ulcers. Although several factors contribute to the de...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i2240
Background: Dapsone is frequently used as a steroid-sparing agent in autoimmune blistering disorders such as pemphigus foliaceus. Although generally well tolerated, dapsone can rarely cause serious hematological adverse effects, including hemolytic anemia, which may be life-threa...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1239
Background: The complete blood count (CBC) is a fundamental laboratory investigation used in the diagnosis and monitoring of a wide range of clinical conditions. While automated hematology analyzers are increasingly adopted due to their speed and precision, manual methods remain...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1238
Bala Christiana Joseph, Ann Ukamaka Ijeomah, Samiu Olalekan Ajiboso, Arikpo Kebe Etim, Shelly Chinwe Ogbu, Ukoma Chi-kadibia Theophilus & Moses Zira Zaruwa·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Introduction: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is a disease of the blood and bone marrow. Ethnomedicinal plants have been recommended to treat leukemic diseases in the conventional medicine system. Conventional medicine pursues the use of natural ingredients, thereby offering reinfor...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1237
Pediatric hematologic malignancies, including acute leukemias and lymphomas, represent the most common cancers in childhood and are associated with variable clinical outcomes despite major therapeutic advances. Hematological profiles derived from peripheral blood and bone marrow...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1236
Patricia Zagoya Martinez, Lilia Adela García Stivalet, Juan Carlos Solís Poblano, Jose Alfredo Vidal Vidal & Vanessa Terán Cerqueda·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: The Global Cancer Observatory (GCO, 2022) reported that different types of leukemia accounted for 3.6 % (7,457) of all new cancer cases in Mexico, with 5,126 (5.3 %) deaths. Chronic myeloid leukemia is a clonal myeloproliferative neoplasm, representing 15-20 % of leuk...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1235
The study evaluated the effects of selenium (Se) supplementation via feed and water on haematology, serum biochemistry and stress biomarkers of Uda rams. Fifteen rams were randomly assigned to three groups: control, 12 mg/kg Se in feed, and 12 mg/kg Se in water. Results indicated...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1234
This study investigated the effect of different modes of vitamin E supplementation on haematological and serum biochemical parameters of Uda rams raised under semi-arid conditions. Fifteen Uda rams (18–23 kg) were allotted to three treatments in a Completely Randomised Design wit...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1233
Background: Chronic blood transfusions in individuals with transfusion-dependent disorders such as thalassemia major and sickle cell disease (SCD) cause chronic inflammation, alloimmunization, and oxidative stress, which cumulatively impart damage to tissue and organs. The curren...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1232
Oluwaseye F. Oyeniran, Olubunmi O. Ogein, Lere P. Oluwadare, Adebowale T. Odunafolabi, Christian E. Amiwero, Pauline K. Akowundu & Sampson C. Aliozor·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: Pregnancy induces significant physiological changes because of disproportionate increase in plasma volume of approximately 50%, compared with an increase in red blood cells of 18-25%, which results in physiological anaemia. Anaemia in pregnancy remains a major public...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1231
Background: Academic burnout, previously considered purely a psychological phenomenon of university students, is now coming to be treated as a systemic crisis of the physiology. The present narrative review aims to consolidate and analyze the existing data regarding the physiolog...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1230
Mfonobong George Bassey, Ogbenna Abiola Ann, Olarewaju Olusola Joseph, Omoyiola Oludolapo Abidemi, Smith Olufemi Samuel & Adeyemo Titilope Adenike·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Background: Haemoglobin S (HbS) originates from a single nucleotide substitution in the gene encoding ß-globin. The pathological effect of this abnormality is haemolysis; which culminates in an increased level of free haemoglobin and arginase in plasma. The released free cell hae...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1229
Jacques Forwah Ndeh, Ekpe Okpata Aribo, Edeani Bobby David, Arinze Joseph Edochie, Edung Emem Samuel, Emekwue Chukwudi Alex, Uchenna Livinus Akuka, Taiwo Phillips, Kelechi Anita Onwodi, Yaa Adwubi Asamoah, Ughachukwu Goodness Idinma, Damilola Isaac Kolawole, Aduago Olga Maduabuchukwu, Fasola Monioluwa, Ramatu Umar Ibrahim, Halliday Chidinma Adaeze, Ijeoma Amanda Eboh, Agiere Okpa Osim, Omowole Oladipupo Kolapo, Tega Worship Ewhrudjakpor, Rafiat Baderinwa-Ahmed, Bolodeoku Olasope Esther, Idiege Idiege Omang, Ofor Joshua Obase-Otumoyi, Akaba Kingsley Onoride, Ofonime Benjamin Essien, Immaculate Ihuoma Ekeagba & Abeshi Sylvester Etenikang·Asian Hematology Research Journal·2026
Identifying a history of alcohol consumption in prospective blood donors is a critical component of safeguarding the blood supply. Conventional laboratory analyses are often constrained by extended processing durations and significant expense. Innovative technologies, including a...
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Research Article10.9734/ahrj/2026/v9i1228