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Co-administration of albendazole and levamisole to control multiple anthelmintic resistant nematodes in a sheep farm in Kabete Kenya.
(2014)
Albendazole (ABZ) and levamisole (LEV) were co-administered to evaluate their ability to control natural helminth infections in a sheep farm where resistance to the individual anthelmintic had previously been reported. ...
Regional variation in the microscopy and tensile strength of the linea alba in the male goat (capra hircus).
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The
linea alba
(LA)
, a midline tendinous structure formed by the interlocking anterior abdominal wall
aponeurotic fibers, acts as a passive tensile band that prevents sagging of the lower abdomen.
The
microstructure ...
Provision of vitamin A through utilization of local food materials in rural parts of western Kenya
(2007)
High prevalence and the negative consequences of the deficiencies resulting from
inadequate intake of iron, iodine and vitamin A have resulted in focused global efforts
to alleviate them. Vitamin A deficiency which has ...
Comparative analysis of ear-hole closure identifies epimorphic regeneration as a discrete trait in mammals
(2016)
Why mammals have poor regenerative ability has remained a long-standing question in
biology. In regenerating vertebrates, injury can induce a process known as epimorphic
regeneration to replace damaged structures. ...
Comparison between Glycated Hemoglobin and Blood Glucose in Monitoring Diabetic Patients at Point of Care Testing
(University of Nairobi, 2013)
Point of care testing is a mode of testing where immediate laboratory tests are performed on the patient at the
site where healthcare is provided close to the patient. Diabetes mellitus type 1 and 2 can be monitored using ...
Management of puff adder (Bitis Arietans) snake bite and envenomation in dogs: case report
(University of Nairobi, 2014)
Two mongrel dogs were presented with a history of recumbency, salivation,
dullness and depression that had started following snake bites. Physical
examination revealed swellings with fang marks and hemorrhage in the area ...
Molecular characterization and antigenic properties of a novel Babesia gibsoni glutamic acid-rich protein (BgGARP).
(University of Nairobi, 2013-10)
Identification and molecular characterization of Babesia gibsoni proteins with
potential antigenic properties are crucial for the development and validation of the
serodiagnostic method. In this study, we isolated a cDNA ...
Prevalence and risk factors associated with Ehrlichia infections in smallholder dairy cattle in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(Veterinary World, 2019-10-24)
Background and Aim: Ehrlichiosis caused by Ehrlichia ruminantium is a tick-borne disease of great economic importance
in cattle production worldwide. Despite its economic impact, limited knowledge is available on its ...
Land evaluation for crop production in Upper Kabete Campus field, University of Nairobi, Kenya
(Springer Nature, 2019-09-25)
Background
The study area exhibits a first class catena; variation in soils is a result of differences in drainage and lateral movement of materials. The site was delineated into Soil Mapping Units (SMUs) through augering, ...
Evaluation of a suitable seed processing method for increased production of edible nightshade (Solanum scabrum) leafy vegetable
(Cogent OA, 2019-08)
The consumption of indigenous leafy vegetables has increased tremendously
over the last decade and in Africa, for example, research shows that they
account for 30% of all vegetables sold in market outlets. However, there ...