Abstract:Diazinon is the most commonly used pesticide in Indonesia. It may increase the production of free radicals that triggers the lipid peroxidation process which will produce the final product, MDA, which can damage cells and tissues, especially the kidneys. Neem gum with its high polysaccharide is a good antioxidant agent to neutralize free radicals. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of neem gum administration to prevent the increase in kidney MDA levels of wistar rats induced by diazinon. Thi… Show more
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