May 2019

Immunomodulatory effects of cement in exposed workers

This study was conducted to assess the immunomodulatory potentials [immunoglobulin E (IgE), interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α)] of cement dust in individuals occupationally exposed to cement. Potentials of cement particles to modulate immune responses have not been documented in occupationally exposed Nigerians. Twenty-nine male cement loaders who had direct exposure to cement...

Author(s): Moses O. Akiibinu, Taofeeq Oduola and Franklin Akinola  

May 2019

Phytochemical, acute and subacute toxicity studies of Annona senegalensis Pers. (Annonaceae) root wood extracts

Considered safe because being from natural origin, plant products can exhibit toxic effects during their use. To ensure safe use of Annona senegalensis Pers. (Annonaceae), plant widely used for its therapeutic potential, the phytochemical and safety profiles of its root wood were investigated. Standard tube characterization tests were used to highlight phytochemical groups of root wood of the plant. Acute and subacute...

Author(s): Sylvain ILBOUDO, Hortense SOME, Geoffroy G. OUEDRAOGO, Félix B. KINI, Sylvin OUEDRAOGO and Innocent P. GUISSOU,