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The Role of Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio, Platelet-Lymphocyte Ratio, and ABO Blood Groups in Early Pregnancy Loss
No full textBackground: Intrauterine pregnancy loss referred to natural pregnancy loss before the twentieth weeks of gestation. Women who show signs of stress are three times more likely to lose their pregnancy during the first three weeks. Blood group system has been linked with development of mental stress, anxiety or disease. Medical literature has also increasingly supported neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and platelet- lymphocyte ratio (PLR) as strong indicators of inflammation and oxidative stress.
Place and Duration of Study: Department of Haematology, Gynaecology andObstetrics unit both of Enugu State University of Science and Technology Teaching Hospital, between August and December 2023.
Methodology: A total of 100 participants were enrolled comprising individuals who had experienced between 1-2 miscarriages. Fifty healthy normal pregnant women who had no history of miscarriage were used as control. Demographic information such as age and number of miscarriages was obtained through questionnaire. Neutrophil, lymphocyte, monocyte, eosinophil, packed cell volume (PCV) and platelet (PLT) were analyzed by automated haematology analyzer, while ABO and Rhesus blood group were done by tile method. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 25. Analysis of variance (ANOVA), Chi-square test and pie chartwere used. P-Value < 0.05 was considered as statistically significant.
Results: Out of the 100 women, blood group A was 27, B was 24, AB was 1 and O was 48. Platelet count and NLR values were higher in miscarriage group compared to healthy normal pregnant women (p=0.039 and <0.001 respectively). Lymphocyte count were found to be lower in miscarriage group compared to healthy normal pregnant women (p=0.042). There was no significant relationship between NLR, PLR and ABO blood group (p=0.199).
Conclusion: Increased platelet count and NLR were observed in women who had early pregnancy loss. Measurement of low cost test like platelet count and NLR before twentieth weeks should be recommended as one of the ways to predict pregnancy leading to spontaneous abortion
An Evaluation of Hepato-protective Activity of Ethanolic Extract of Solanum nigrum with Varying Doses on CCL4 Induced Hepatic Injured Rat
No full textHerbal medicine, an art form as well as a profession, is the use of herbs and herbal remedies to prevent, treat, or cure sickness. In certain tribes, herbal medicine is also known as herbal remedies. In this investigation, rats were used in the research to examine the lipid profiles of the extract from Solanum nigrum. In the case of SGPT, group 6 showed statistically significant outcomes (p< 0.05), whereas in the case of SGOT, both groups 5 and 6 showed statistically significant outcomes (p< 0.05). In relation to the SGPT and the SGOT, this is being said. Both group 5 and group 6 showed statistically significant amounts of creatinine and urea (p< 0.05) during the renal function test. Group 6 with a dose of 1200 mg/kg showed statistically significant results for high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) (p< 0.05). Furthermore, at dosages of 600 mg/kg and 1200 mg/kg, respectively, the triglyceride level in groups 5 and 6 was statistically significant (p< 0.05). There were no results that were deemed statistically significant for total cholesterol
Nutritional Composition, Utilization, and Processing of Haricot Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L): A Comprehensive Review
No full textThis comprehensive review delves into the nutritional composition, utilization, and processing techniques of haricot beans, also known as common beans or kidney beans. Beginning with an examination of the significance of legumes, particularly in addressing protein deficiencies in underdeveloped and developing regions, the review highlights the pivotal role of haricot beans in Ethiopia\u27s food security and the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. The nutritional analysis covers essential components such as protein, fat, fiber, ash, and carbohydrates, alongside discussions on functional properties and anti-nutritional factors. Furthermore, it explores the incorporation of haricot beans into traditional cuisines and their associated health benefits, including mitigating risks of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Moreover, the review evaluates various processing methods, including soaking, germination, dehulling, and autoclaving, elucidating their impacts on the nutritional profile and anti-nutritional factors of haricot beans. In conclusion, this review underscores the nutritional significance and versatility of haricot beans, underscoring their role as a sustainable food source with substantial health benefits
Improving Safety Performance in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Industry: A Comparative Risk Model Analysis
No full textThis study examined a risk-based model for the enhancement of safety performance in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. A non-probabilistic convenience sampling method was adopted to consider the selected five oil and gas companies in operations within this study area. A quantitative approach was employed using a comprehensive hazard checklist developed based on industry standards and expert insights, utilizing a structured questionnaire to collect data from industry experts, workers, and stakeholders on hazard likelihood and severity. The 392-sample size used was selected purposively to represent the total population of oil and gas workers in these companies. 392 copies of the questionnaire were administered, and 357 copies were used for the study, with a response rate of 91.07%. The analysis revealed key risk factors for oil and gas offshore operations, such as structural failure due to poor design, valve and seal failures, security threats, fire/ explosions, blowouts, and oil spills. Modelling the risk score against the likelihood showed a good model fit (R2 = 0.831), indicating that the model explains 83.1% of the variance, and the likelihood coefficient was positive and significant. Modelling the risk score against the severity also showed a reasonably good fit (R2 = 0.676), with the severity coefficient being positive and significant. However, modelling the risk score against both likelihood and severity showed excellent fit (R2 = 0.994), explaining 99.4% of the variance. The likelihood and severity coefficients were positive and highly significant; this indicated that an increase in either factor would lead to an increase in the risk score. These models provide a quantitative way to assess risk in the oil and gas industry based on the key factors of likelihood and severity of potential hazards. This study bridged theoretical risk management concepts with practical applications and provided actionable recommendations for policymakers, significantly enhancing safety performance in a crucial economic sector
Economic Evaluation of Four Hormonal Preparations in the Artificial Propagation of Heterotis niloticus (Cuvier, 1829)
No full textThe economic evaluation of four hormonal preparations: Heterotis niloticus pituitary extract, ovaprim, Clarias gariepinus pituitary extract and carp pituitary extract (C.P.E) in artificial propagation of Heterotis niloticus was investigated. Total of twenty four fishes (twelve females and twelve males) of twenty four months old were used for the experiment. The females were divided into four groups. Each group was induced to spawn with the same hormone. Sperm from one male was used to fertilize the eggs obtained from individual females. Effects of the hormones on the fecundity were investigated to help address the economic values. The results showed that the cost of inducing 2.20kg female to yield 30.33g, 47.00g, 30.00g and 29.33g of eggs, were ₦200, ₦700, ₦300 and ₦480, for Heterotis niloticus pituitary extract, ovaprim, Clarias gariepinus pituitary extract and C.P.E, respectively. Profitability index for Heterotis niloticus pituitary extract, ovaprim, Clarias gariepinus pituitary extract and C.P.E was 7, 10, 6.8 and 6.6, respectively. Indicating that, cost of production accounted <10% for ovaprim, <15% for CPE, and <14% for both HnPE and CgPE of the total variable cost. The production was more profitable with ovaprim than HnPE, CgPE and C.P.E. The study has provided data, comparing the effectiveness of the hormones, revealing that the four hormones can be used for artificial propagation of H. niloticus with varied degree of economic implication. However, ovaprim is highly recommended to hatchery users for optimum performance
Development of A Mobile Application in Yoga Therapy for Elderly with Hypertension
No full textAims: 1) to develop mobile application in yoga therapy for elderly with hypertension and 2) to study the use of mobile application in yoga therapy for elderly with hypertension.
Study Design: A quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest design and a control design.
Place and Duration of Study: Sample: Nawamin 9 Hospital in Minburi, between December 2022 and November 2023.
Methodology: An in-depth interview was conducted with 136 patients, 10 developing mobile application specialists and 10 yoga specialists. 400 samples were used questionnaire to find out the need of usage mobile application with random sampling.
Results: First, found that the results of the evaluation of pre and posttest for usage mobile application in both experiment group and control group had the reduced level of the hypertension. Second, content of the mobile application contains learning object of hypertension and yoga exercises that consist of technique of reduce hypertension with no medicine, reduce salt, how to take care yourself, when sick of hypertension, hypertension reduction, recommendation of hypertension and yoga exercises for reduction hypertension.
Conclusion: The quality of this mobile application was at high level and then train 50 hypertension patients. Third, found that the overall satisfaction was at high level
Quality Assessment of Cupcake Produced from Wheat-Garri Flour Blends
No full textCupcakes were created with composite flour, which included garri and wheat flour blends. The wheat and garri flours were combined in the following ratios: 100:0, 90:10, 80:20, 70:30, 60:40, 50:50, and 0:100, with designations A, B91, C82, D73, E64, F55, and G, respectively. The functional qualities of the composite flours were investigated, whereas the sensory and micronutrient aspects of the cupcakes were examined. The moisture, crude fibre, fat, carbohydrate and protein of the wheat, wheat and garri flour blends, and garri flour ranged from 13.45% to 14.41%; 2.6% to 7.81%; 0.16% to 0.92%; 67.31% to 70.38% and 10.61% to 7.65% respectively. It was observed that as the quantity of garri increased, the moisture content, protein, ash and fat content decreased while the crude fibre and carbohydrate content increased. Bulk density, water absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity and swelling capacity of the flour blends ranged from 0.635g/cm3to 0.765g/cm3, 11.32% to 26.05%, 13.34% to 15.89%, and 10.43% to 25.39% respectively. Sensory scores of the cupcake demonstrated that acceptable cakes can be made from wheat-garri mixes, particularly at 50% wheat flour and 50% garri flour and 90% wheat flour and 10% garri flour substituting levels
The Experiences of Filipino Teachers in Teaching Reading in the New Normal
No full textThis qualitative study aims to examine the experiences of Filipino language teachers in teaching reading in the context of the New Normal. The necessity for this research arises from the significant shifts in educational paradigms due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which have forced educators to adapt rapidly to new normal learning environments. Understanding these adaptations is crucial for developing effective teaching strategies that meet current and future educational demands. Based on empirical studies published from 2020 to 2023, the review aims to showcase successful strategies for phenomenological research. Interviews were used to describe themes and identify teachers\u27 experiences, challenges, perceptions, and strategies in teaching reading. The results of the study reveal three themes. The first theme is the Teachers\u27 Experiences in Teaching Reading in the New Normal, which encompasses opportunities and satisfaction, complications and challenges, confusion and problems, adjustments and lack of motivation, difficulties in reading and writing, divided attention, and academic transitions. Meanwhile, the second theme is the Mechanisms Employed by Teachers in Teaching Reading in the New Normal, which includes seeking inspiration, facing challenges, using eclecticism, performing duties, demonstrating altruism, and implementing collaboration. The final theme is the Perspectives Shared by Teachers in Teaching Reading in the New Normal, which includes themes such as professionalism, performance in the new context, students\u27 needs, work-life balance, innovative language teaching methods, and broad perspectives. The study highlights the importance of educational programs in Filipino that are based on the local context of the New Normal and provides suggestions for improving reading instruction methods in Filipino schools
Quasi-Rational Solutions to the Seventh Equation of the NLS Hierarchy
No full textThe following study is part of a research program of rational solutions of the hierarchy of the nonlinear Schrodinger equation. Here, we are interested in the equation of order 7 and we highlight particular solutions providing the first orders of rogue waves not yet found
Influence of Resource Mobilization on Sustainability of Youth Group Projects in Mvita Sub-county, Mombasa County, Kenya
No full textThis study aimed at analysing the impact of resource mobilization on the sustainability of youth group projects in Mvita Sub-County. The study’s variables included financial resource acquisition, human resource mapping, physical resource acquisition as well as community involvement in youth group projects in the Mvita Sub County. The descriptive survey design method guided this study. The study\u27s target population was 55 respondents from youth group projects in Mvita Sub-County wards, made up of one committee member and two project officials for each of the selected youth group projects whereas a sample size of 48 respondents was established. A stratified sampling technique was used for this investigation. The researcher applied SPSS version 28 to examine facts. In the study\u27s descriptive analysis, standard deviations, means, frequencies, and percentages were all employed. The acquisition of financial resources, the mapping of human resources, the purchase of physical resources, and community involvement were used to measure the sustainability of youth group projects. It was discovered that financial resource acquisition needs had a moderate overall influence on the sustainability of youth group projects. Physical resource acquisition had a minimal influence after human resource mapping and the moderately close follow-up of youth group initiatives. Women\u27s groups should undertake human resource mapping in order to lower the amount of money spent on outside sources. The machinery, office supplies, and tools needed for women\u27s groups to manage their projects should be available. Lastly, women\u27s groups ought to involve the community in all stages of the execution of their programs