Browsing School of Biosecurity, Biotechnolgy and Laboratory Sciences (SBLS) Collection by Issue Date "2022-11"
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Antibacterial activity of undiluted natural honey against opportunistic pathogens causing wound sepsis in humans
(Makerere University, 2022-11)The antibacterial activity of honey was tested against Gram positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) and Gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coli). Agar well diffusion was the method used. The honey showed antibacterial ... -
Determination of Antioxidant properties of Uganda Honey and its role in the management of non communicable diseases
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Uganda Honey is being used traditionally in the management of Non communicable diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal diseases, bronchial asthma and wound healing. Development of such ... -
Effect of cooking methods on the in-vitro antioxidant properties of tomatoes [Solanum lycopersicon] grown in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) is one of the rich sources of antioxidants, for example, phenols, which are known to be associated with decreased risks of chronic diseases. However, cooking influences the antioxidant ... -
Handling practices and aflatoxin contamination of silver fish (Mukene) sold in selected markets of Mukono District, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Aflatoxins are poisonous fungal metabolites that contaminate foods and feeds which cause adverse health effect like hepatotoxicity, immunosuppression, teratogenic and retarded growth. Previous studies in Uganda focused ... -
In silico screening of antimicrobial peptides as putative drugs against mycobacterium tuberculosis
(Makerere University, 2022-11)The high incidence of Tuberculosis infection and its devastating effects on the health sector worldwide that is being brought about by increased number of resistant strains of Mycobacterium tuberculosis has triggered several ... -
Incidence of positive cases of malaria using MRDT among children between ages one to twelve visiting Moyo General Hospital between June to July in Moyo District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Background. Malaria is one of the most common killer disease that manifest in children without acquired immunity, high fever, chill, severe anemia, hypoglycemia, respiratory and multi organ failure among children. ... -
Malaria and tyhoid fever co-infection among patients seeking health care services at Bukoto H/C III in Kampala City-Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11)A randomized cross-sectional study was conducted in June 2022 to determine the proportion of patients with malaria and typhoid fever co-infection and to evaluate the risk factors associated with malaria and typhoid fever ... -
Phenotypic and genetic susceptibility patterns of Anopheles gambiae s.l. mosquitoes to carbamates in selected districts of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Despite the global decline in malaria cases, the malaria incident rate remains high in sub-Saharan Africa. The major remedy to deal with malaria has been the control of malaria vectors through use of insecticides treated ... -
Phenotypic detection of carbapenem resistance in archived E.coli isolated from swine in Mukono, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Antimicrobial resistance is the ability of a microorganism to resist the growth inhibitory or killing activity of an antimicrobial beyond the normal susceptibility of the specific bacterial species. The emergence of ... -
Prevalence of Plasmodium falciparum malaria among positive patients on antiretroviral therapy attending Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Malaria and HIV are among the most important global health problems. Both are diseases of poverty and share determinants of vulnerability, the two infections overlap geographically and since Uganda is one the countries ... -
Rabies burden as a function of temperature change in the tropics: A systematic review and meta-analysis
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Background: Temperature change in the Tropics has profound impacts on all ecosystems and transmission of infectious diseases by their vectors leading to emergency and re-emergency of neglected tropical diseases. Rabies ... -
To determine level of adherence to Widal protocol by private health facilities around Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Widal test is one of the longest serving methods for detection of typhoid fever. Thistest has been in use until it was recently banned by MOH. Despite the ban, there is continuous use and violation of protocol. This study ...