Sickle cell disease is an autosomal recessive disorder of the beta-globin gene, with resultant
deformation of the red blood cells and variable clinical outcomes. Nigeria is recognised as …

Background: This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of hepatitis C virus
antibody (anti-HCV), among a healthy university undergraduate population in south-western …

Abstract Aim In Nigeria, reports on the prevalence of Hepatitis C risk factors have not been
clearly elucidated, we investigate the risk factors that influence the prevalence and how the …

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) suppresses host immunity and can therefore
predispose to opportunistic and other infections, including HCV infection. HIV and HCV have …

Background: Healthcare workers (HCW) are perceived to be a high-risk group for hepatitis B
due to occupational exposure to infected bodily fluids and often poor availability of protective …

Hepatitis C virus infection is a major global health problem. It occurs among people of all
ages, genders, races and world regions. This study was conducted to determine the …

Background: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is one of the viral hepatitis of great public health
significance globally. The infection if not detected and treated at the early stage can cause …

Hepatitis C virus infection is a concern for global health because it increases the risk of
hepatocellular cancer, liv Page 1 International Journal of African Journal of Biology and Medical …

Abstract Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) disease is one of the principal health burden in the
developing countries especially sub-Saharan Africa. Prevalence rates of 4.3-20% have …

Background: Sickle cell anaemia (SCA) is an important public health problem in Nigeria
associated with frequent blood transfusion. Patients with this disease are at increased risk of …