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Quantitative correlation between mammographic breast density according to BI-RADS and ultrasound echo intensity / Faikah Awang @ Ismail
No full textThe purpose of this research was to find out the correlation between mammography breast density according to BI-RADS classification and ultrasound echo intensity. The research was carried out at the Women Cancer Detection and Breast Clinic, National Cancer Society, Kuala Lumpur through two sessions of data collection. Three hundred Malaysian women aged between 40 and 60 years volunteered to become subjects. All subjects were free from breast pathology and breast surgery. The modalities used in this research were mammography and ultrasound. Each subject was given a brief explanation of the research to be carried out and a letter of consent had to be signed before she could participate. Subjects were identified via their mammography number. Subject’s background data was obtained via patient’s database except their BMI. The ultrasound examination was done after the completion of mammography examination to ensure subject was free from interval breast pathology. All images were stored in data storage for analysis. BI-RADS classification was carried out by four experienced radiologists to prevent bias during BI-RADS reporting. BI-RADS breast density was classified into four classes: BI-RADS I, BI-RADS II, BI-RADS III and BI-RADS IV. Ultrasound images were processed using QLab software for echo intensity reading. Data were processed using Microsoft Excel version 2007 and SPSS version 15.0. Weak but significant Spearman’s Rho correlation (rs = 0.305, p = 0.001) was found as the primary finding on correlation between mammography breast density according to BI-RADS and ultrasound echo intensity
Obesity: a silent killer / Ts Faikah Awang @ Ismail
Get PDFEating is a natural need for humans. We eat to survive and be healthy and healthier bodies lead to advancing human achievement. But what if, the food that you eat become your silent enemy, slowly killing you every day? It sounds very alarming, yet we tend to ignore it as food is the source of our energy and for some people, it is a source of comfort. Eating food in a moderate amount and according to the guidelines suggested by a medical professional will help you in maintaining your health however if you take food without control for a long time it will lead you to develop the condition known as Obesity
Proximate and physicochemical analysis of pink guava juice fortified with vitamin e / Mohamad Shahrimi Hashim and Faikah Awang @ Ismail
Get PDFThis study is focused on determination of proximate and physicochemical properties of pink guava juice (PGJ) fortified with vitamin E. Coffee, tea, or carbonated soft drinks are popular however the customer nowadays is more health conscious and start reducing caffeine-containing beverages from daily intake and replacing it with fruit juices such as PGJ. In addition, beverages with added value such as vitamin E that are highly demanded in the fruit juice market globally. The experimental work of this research are proximate analysis (i.e. protein, carbohydrate, fat, fibre, ash and moisture content) followed by physico-chemical properties (i.e titratable acidity, pH, total soluble solid (TSS), water activity (aw), viscosity determination and colour analysis (i.e. lightness (L*), chroma (C*) and hue angle (Ho)). Results showed that pink guava juice (PGJ) contained protein (0.67 ± 0.15a %), carbohydrate (4.96 ± 0.59a % ), fat (0.27 ± 0.05a % ), total fiber (0.74 ± 0.10a % ), ash (0.64 ± 0.10a % ), moisture (92.72 ± 0.91 a % ), acidity (0.41 ± 0.10 a %), pH (3.65 ± 0.12a), TSS (10.56 ± 0.43a), aw (0.99 ± 0.02a), viscosity (15.33 ± 1.15a mPa.s), L* (31.95 ± 0.02a), C* (34.65 ± 0.01a), Ho (25.42 ± 0.02a) and vitamin E content (17.44 ± 1.63a mg/l). In conclusion, this study will be useful for preliminary information regarding pink guava juice and also Vitamin E-Fortification for fruit juice in the future
Moringa oleifera: a new hope on breast cancer treatment / Muhammad Syahmi Mohd Zaid and Ts Faikah Awang @ Ismail
Get PDFMoringa oleifera is a species that comes from the kingdom Plantae, division Magnoliophyta, class Magnoliopsida, order Brassicales, family Moringaceae, genus Moringa. Moringa oleifera are known to go by many names such as Horseradish tree, Benzolive, Drumstick tree, “Sajna”, “Kelor”, “Saijihan”, and “Marango”. The name of the plant was bestowed by botanist Carl Linnaeus with the scientific name “Moringa oleifera.” The plant’s genus name “Moringa” originates from the Tamil word “murungai” and the Malayalam word “muringa,” both of which pertain to the plant. The species name “oleifera” is derived from the Latin word “oleum,” signifying oil, and alludes to the plant's seeds that are abundant in oil. Moringa oleifera is known by several other names, including drumstick tree, horseradish tree, ben oil tree, and miracle tree. Moringa oleifera also known to the locals in Malaysia as “pokok kelor.
Moringa oleifera: Nature's health superstar / Nazatul Aqilah Ramlan and Faikah Awang @ Ismail
Get PDFThe global surge in cancer rates is an increasingly concerning issue due to its ability to affect various organs and its potential for serious outcomes. The reasons behind the differing rates worldwide involve a complex mix of factors like genetics, lifestyle choices, and environmental influences. The consumption of processed foods and unhealthy habits, which are connected to a higher cancer risk, is particularly worrying. Figure 1 shows the most common cancers for men and women in Malaysia. As a response to the challenges posed by conventional cancer treatments and their side effects, there is a growing interest in exploring alternative approaches. Herbal treatments are gaining attention in this context, with Moringa oleifera standing out as a promising candidate. This tropical plant contains a range of beneficial compounds in its leaves, flowers, seeds, and other parts. These compounds, including vitamins, amino acids, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds, have shown potential for preventing and combating cancer
Breast cancer: are men at risk? / Ts. Faikah Binti Awang @ Ismail and Ts. Mohamad Shahrimi Hashim
Get PDFBreast cancer is an abnormal growth of breast cells. It can occur in both benign and malignant forms like any other cancer. Women are usually associated with this cancer and due to this reason, the national screening program is targeting women for early detection. Yet, men also face a lifetime risk of acquiring breast cancer. Approximately 1 in 100 men in the United States are at risk with breast cancer. This malignancy is infrequently reported not just in Malaysia but also in other Asian nations. This may be owing to the fact that cancer in males typically associated with lungs or prostate. The diagnosis and prognosis for males with breast cancer are typically unfavourable due to the cancer's advanced stage and metastases to other organs at the time of detection
Detection of lead, mercury and arsenic in three natural spring water in Negeri Sembilan / Mohamad Shahrimi Hashim and Faikah Awang @ Ismail
Get PDFThis study focus on detection of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and arsenic (As) in three selected natural spring water (NSW) in Negeri Sembilan. Three selected NSW are from Bukit Miku, Kaki Gunung Angsi and Bukit Tangga which located at difference district around Negeri Sembilan. The sampling was done in August 2016 using High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) bottles which are labelled correctly. All sample was analysis using spectrometer while following APHA-3125 method. The statistical analysis was conducted using analysis of variance (ANOVA). The concentration of Pb in NSW collected from Kaki Gunung Angsi has recorded the highest significant amount (0.27367 ± 0.025325 µg/L). On the other hand, NSW taken from Bukit Tangga (0.02533 ± 0.010786 µg/L) andBukit Miku (0.02500 ± 0.004583 µg/L) showed no significant difference (p < 0.05). For Hg, only
one NSW which was obtained from Bukit Miku (0.16167 ± 0.011015 µg/L) produced a recordable result. Meanwhile, NSW from Bukit Tangga and Kaki Gunung Angsi did not showed any detectable Hg element in their samples. As content in NSW taken from Bukit Miku, Bukit Tangga and Kaki Gunung Angsi is 0.58700 ± 0.023000 µg/L, 0.20500 ± 0.061612 µg/L and 0.08300 ± 0.003464µg/L respectively. There is significant difference (p < 0.05) in As content between NSW that was obtained from all three locations
Computational biology: where nature meets technology / Ts Faikah Awang @ Ismail and Ts Mohamad Shahrimi Hashim
Get PDFAs we know biology is a study of nature and before computer analysis become a norm, most of the data gathered were analysed manually and needed to be carefully organized to ensure the quality of the data and the reporting process are less tedious. Nowadays, with the technology of artificial intelligence and supercomputer, data gathering, analysis and reporting become more manageable and accessible for benefit of humankind. The field of study that specializes in those data analysis was known as Computational Biology. Computational Biology is where the intersection of computer science, biology, chemistry, genetics, and big data analysis. It all began in the early 1970s when basic artificial intelligence was developed to create the neural network model for the human brain to generate new algorithms. Data that are being gathered helps the researchers to evaluate and compare the large data set to predict the variable in human brain function. The best use of computational biology began in 1990 known as the “Human Genome Project” and by 2003, the project had mapped around 85% of the human genome. This becomes the main big data analysis to predict human evolution. This is very important as it helps to gather the information for genetic therapy, especially for a disease that is classified as hereditary diseases such as neurological disease and cancer
Teknologi nuklear sebagai penyelamat makanan: adakah selamat dimakan? / Ts. Mohamad Shahrimi Hashim and Ts. Faikah Awang @ Ismail
Get PDFManusia perlukan makanan untuk hidup. Walaubagaimanapun, makanan adalah komoditi yang sering terdedah kepada kerosakan yang biasanya disebabkan oleh pembiakan mikroorganisma. Peningkatan jumlah mikroorganisma yang tidak terkawal didalam makanan ini akan menyebabkan makanan rosak dengan cepat dan tidak selamat dimakan. Selain itu, isu kerosakan makanan ini telah menjadi salah satu punca berlakunya pembaziran dan kekurangan bekalan makanan kepada manusia sejak dahulu lagi. Jadi, bagi mengatasi masalah ini, manusia telah mencuba serta mengapliksikan pelbagai kaedah bagi meningkatkan jangka hayat makanan dan diantaranya adalah dengan penggunaan teknologi nuklear dalam pengawetan makanan
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