INCIDENCE OF URINARY SCHISTOSOMIASIS AND THE CONTRIBUTORY RISK FACTORS AMONG SCHOOL CHILDREN

ABSTRACT: This research investigates the incidence and contributory risk factors of urinary schistosomiasis among school children in Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria. Utilizing a cross-sectional study design, urine samples were collected from 60 pupils from two primary schools: Agulu Migrant and Umuowelle Primary School. The samples were analyzed using sedimentation and flotation … Read more

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AMMELIORATIVE PROPERTIES OF METHANOL LEAF EXTRACT OF MUCUNA PRURIENS ON THE KIDNEY MARKERS OF MALARIA INFECTED MICE

Abstract: This study investigates the ameliorative effects of methanol leaf extract from Mucuna pruriens on kidney markers in malaria-infected mice. Malaria, caused by Plasmodium species, remains a significant global health concern, especially in endemic regions. The therapeutic efficacy of Mucuna pruriens in combating malaria-related kidney dysfunction was evaluated using 25 adult albino mice. These mice … Read more

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