Effect of ethanolic stem-bark extract of Blighia unijugata on body and organ weight, biochemistry, and hematology in Sprague-Dawley rats
HOPE KORSHIE FIADJOE,
George Asumeng Koffuor
Abstract:Introduction: While the efficacy of Blighia unijugata against various conditions has been scientifically validated, very little is known of its safety in normal rats. This study aimed to assess the toxic effects of the ethanolic stem bark extract of Blighia unijugata (EBU) on body and organ weight, biochemistry, and hematology of Sprague Dawley rats following repeated oral administration.
Method: Twenty (20) male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly selected into four groups (n = 5) and administered distill… Show more
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