Browsing Department of Medical BioSciences by Issue Date
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Effect of basella alba and hibiscus macranthus on tm4 sertoli cell functions
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Basella alba (BA) and Hibiscus macranthus (HM) are used by traditional healers in Cameroon to treat male sexual fertility problems. Previous studies showed that in vivo administration of the leaf extracts of both plants ... -
A comparison of some aspects of the masticatory apparatus of the cape mole-rat, Georychus capensis with that of the cape dune molerat, Bathyergus suillus
(2009)Some African mole-rats of the family Bathyergidea have dramatically different ecological niches which may cause selective anatomical adaptations. Bathyergus suillus lives in sandy soil and eats a wide range of food whereas ... -
Phylogeography and speciation in the genus arthroleptella
(2009)Moss frogs are restricted to permanently moist terrestrial habitats in the south-western Cape Fold Mountains. There is a very close association between Arthroleptella distribution and Table Mountain Sandstone. Suitable ... -
The effect of nicotine and prostaglandin A2 on the lung cancer cell line NCI-H157
(2009)Lung cancer is the most common fatal cancer in terms of both incidence and mortality in the world. The most important cause of lung cancer is exposure to tobacco smoke through active or passive smoking. Nicotine which is ... -
The relationship between male genital tract infection, oxidative status in the ejaculate, and apoptotic markers in human spermatozoa
(2009)Aim: Leukocytes are the major source of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the ejaculate and contribute to up to 30% of male infertility. ROS have been associated with markers of apoptosis such as sperm DNA damage, ... -
The effect of maternal nicotine, vitamin C and nicotine + vitamin C during gestation and lactation on neonatal lung growth and development
(2009)Maternal smoking is known to cause serious health risks to the unborn child. Recent studies implicate nicotine as the causative factor. Maternal nicotine exposure during pregnancy and lactation interferes with foetal and ... -
Aspects of the interrelation between hypertension and insulin resistance
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Conclusion of this study: These data suggest that 6 weeks of high-fat feeding induces hypertension but does not produce obesity, dyslipidemia and insulin resistance. However, this model may be useful in studying vascular ... -
The distribution of the desert rain frog (breviceps macrops) in South Africa
(2009)The Distribution of the Desert Rain Frog (Breviceps macrops) in South Africa Kirsty Jane Bell M.Sc. Thesis, Department of Biodiversity and Conservation Biology, University of the Western Cape. The desert rain frog (Breviceps ... -
The modulating effect of fatty acids on the lipid profile in colon epithelial mucosa in Vivo
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Several abnormal conditions, including some cancers, have been associated with changes in the membrane lipid and FA composition. Dietary fat serves as a major source of lipids and FA, particularly the polyunsaturated fatty ... -
Maternal nicotine expose during gestation and lactation induce premature aging of the lungs of the offspring
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Tobacco smoking remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Despite all the efforts made by governments, researchers and communities to educate women about the dangerous effects of tobacco smoke and nicotine, ... -
Does maternal nicotine exposure during gestation and lactation change the oxidant-antioxidant status of the lungs of the offsprings and is tomato juice protecting the lungs of the offsprings?
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Nicotine exposure to the fetus through tobacco smoking or nicotine replacement therapy during the whole period of gestation and lactation causes diverse effects on fetal and neonatal lung development, integrity and maturation ... -
Does Olea africana protect the heart against ischemiareperfusion injury?
(2009)Cardiovascular disease is a major health problem and remains the number one cause of death worldwide. For centuries, medicinal plants have been used in different cultures as medicines for the treatment and control of various ... -
The screening of phyto-pesticides for potential adverse effects on human health
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Pesticides are designed to control or eliminate pests such as insects, rodents, weeds, bacteria, and fungi. They are used at a global scale for agricultural produce. Although pesticides play a significant role in increasing ... -
Cloning of Human Coronavirus NL-63 ORF3, M and E genes for antibody production
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Human Coronavirus NL-63 is a respiratory virus with a high incidence rate, causing mild respiratory infections in children under the age of 18. The outbreak of Sever Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) in 2003 sparked increased ... -
The implementation of in vitro assays to screen environmental samples for male reproductive toxicity
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs) are exogenous compounds/chemicals which interfere with, or have adverse effects on the production, distribution and function of natural hormones, thereby affecting normal endocrine ... -
The efficiency of drinking water treatment plants in removing immunotoxins
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of water treatment processes of two drinking water plants to remove immunotoxins and steroid hormones. Raw and treated drinking water was screened for effects on ... -
''A molecular investigation of the prevalence of suspected periodontopathogens and their association with preterm birth.''
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)More than 20 million infants in the world (15.5 % of all births) are born with low birth weight. Ninety-five oZ of them are in developing countries. Oral colonization of Gramnegative anaerobes has been implicated as a risk ... -
A molecular investigation of the prevalence of suspected periodontopathogens and their association with preterm birth
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)More than 20 million infants in the world (15.5 % of all births) are born with low birth weight. Ninety-five % of them are in developing countries. oral colonization of gram-negative anaerobes has been implicated as a risk ... -
The screening of phyto-pesticides for potential adverse effects on human health
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Pesticides are designed to control or eliminate pests such as insects, rodents, weeds, bacteria, and fungi. They are used at a global scale for agricultural produce. Although pesticides playa significant role in increasing ...