INCREASED OXIDATIVE STRESS REDUCES THE LEVEL OF SERUM PARAOXONASE-1(PON-1) AND OTHER BIOCHEMICAL MARKERS IN PATIENTS WITH PULMONARY TUBERCULOSIS (PTB) IN NEPALESE POPULATION.
Journal Title: International Journal of Advanced Research (IJAR) - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 3
Abstract
Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the total peroxides level and paraoxonase (PON1) activities in patients with Pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) in Nepalese population. Material and methods: A total of 70 (40 newly diagnosed active PTB and 30 healthy control) subjects were recruited for this study. Anthropometric variables, total peroxide and PON1 activities were determined in control and PTB subjects. Serum glucose, urea, total protein, albumin, globulin and uric acid levels were also determined in the participants. Results: Significant difference in BMI, SBP and DBP was observed between PTB and control subjects (p<0.001, p<0.01 and p<0.01 respectively). Total protein, albumin, TC and HDL were significantly lower in PTB subjects (p<0.05, p <0.001, p<0.01 and p<0.01 respectively). TG and LDL levels were also decreased though not statistically significant. However, the level of uric acid and globulin were significantly increased (p<0.01, p<0.001 respectively).The levels of Total peroxides (µmol H2O2/litre) activity in patients and control were 16.17±0.29 and 12.69±0.32, respectively (p=<0.001). Similarly, the levels of PON1 activity (µmol/min/ml) in patients and control were 109.72±6.43 and 161.55±15.49, respectively (p=0.004). Conclusions: According to this study, we conclude that patients with active PTB are exposed to potent oxidative stress and they have decreased PON1 activity. These predisposal factors play a role in the pathogenesis of pulmonary tuberculosis in a group of Nepalese population which needs more clarification. Keywords: Active pulmonary tuberculosis; PON1 activity; Total oxidant status
Authors and Affiliations
Amar Nagila, Nirajan Bhusal, Reetu Koirala
ISOLATION OF MDR MICROORGANISMS FROM NATURAL SOURCES, STUDYING THEIR PLASMID PROFILE AND EVALUATION OF POTENCY FOR NATURAL TRANSFER OF MDR PROPERTY TO E. COLI DH5Α.
The water samples from various sites on the banks of Pavanariver, Pune were screened for presence of pathogenic Salmonella, Shigella, Pseudomonas, E. coli, Streptococcus and Staphylococcus. Some of the isolated pathogens...
RISING NPAS A NIGHTMARE FOR INDIAN BANKING SECTOR.
In the recent scenario loan has become a willingness or ability to pay off which is a nightmare for banks. Basically NPA are default loans in the books of banks or are in arrears on scheduled payments of principal or int...
IMPACT OF BILATERAL TRADE AGREEMENTS ON RUSSIAS POSITION AS AN EXPORT PARTNER OF SYRIA.
This study aims to identify Russia as an export partner of Syria. In order to accomplish this, the descriptive analytical approach was followed in presenting bilateral trade agreements between Syria and Russia, analyzing...
EXCEPTIONAL CASE OF CUSHINGS SYNDROME REVEALED BY AN ACUTE PSYCHOSIS.
Psychiatric symptoms may be part of the clinical manifestations of Cushing?s syndrome. Acute psychosis revealing Cushing?s syndrome is an exceptional form. This case reported demonstrate the importance of suspecting the...
DENTAL ENVIRONMENT STRESS, BURNOUT AND PERCEIVED HEALTH STATUS AMONG DENTAL STUDENTS.
Objective: To assess the stress, burnout and health status of dental students and establish the correlation between these entities. Methods: A total of 382 consenting dental students (III year & IV year undergraduate stu...