Sickled Erythrocytes Reversal and Membrane Stabilizing Compounds in Telfairia occidentalis
Background and Purpose. Traditional management of sickle cell disease (SCD) is ubiquitous in Africa. In south-eastern Nigeria, Telfairia occidentalis (T. occidentalis) is strongly recommended for consumption by SCD patients, owing to its presumed therapeutic effect. This study investigates the antis...
Main Authors: | Samuel Atabo, Ismaila Alhaji Umar, Dorcas Bolanle James, Aisha Indo Mamman |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2016-01-01
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Series: | Scientifica |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/1568061 |
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