The Effect of Ethanolic Extract of Acanthus Montanus on Fasting Blood Sugar Levels of Adult Wistar Rats

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRELIMINARY PAGES

Title page
Approval page
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Table of Contents
Abstract

CHAPTER ONE

1.1 Introduction
1.2 Aims of the Study
2.0 Literature Review
2.1 Mexoneuron Benthamianum
2.1.1 Description
2.1.2 Clinical Importance
2.2 Allium Ascalonicum
2.2.1 Distribution and Description
2.2.2 Clinical Importance
2.2.2.1 Antioxidant Activity
2.2.2.2 Anti-Thrombotic Activities
2.2.2.3 Cancer Preventative Effects
2.2.2.4 Antibacterial Effects
2.2.2.5 Cardioprotective Effects
2.2.2.6 Eye Health
2.3 Anchomanes Difformis
2.3.1 Distribution and Description
2.3.2 Medicinal Properties
2.3.2.1 Gastrpprotective Activities
2.3.2.2 Antimicrobial Screening
2.3.2.3 Free Radical Scavenging Activity
2.4 Ancanthus Monthanus
2.4.1 Description and Distribution
2.4.2 Medicinal Properties
2.5 Dioclea Reflexa
2.5.1 Distribution and Origin
2.6 Phytochemicals
2.6.1 Fructans
2.6.2 Saponins
2.6.3 Carotenoids
2.7 Biochemical Parameters
2.7.1 Fasting Blood Sugar
2.7.2 Conditions That Must Be Taken Before Taking The Test
2.7.3 Low Blood Sugar
2.7.4 High Blood Sugar
2.8 Diabetes
2.8.1 Types of Diabetes
2.8.2 Treatment For Diabetes

CHAPTER THREE

3.0 Materials and Methodology
3.1 Materials
3.2 Chemicals
3.3 Identification of Plant Samples
3.4 Extraction
3.5 Animal Collection, Grouping and Dosage
3.6 Experimental Design
3.7 Calculation of Dosage of Extract Adminstered
3.8 Biochemical Analysis
3.8.1 Fasting Blood Sugar

CHAPTER FOUR

4.0 Results

CHAPTER FIVE

5.0 Discussion, Conclusion and Recommendation
5.1 Discussion
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendation

REFERENCES

APPENDIX

Defense Procedure for Biochemistry Researchers

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Introduction: Begin with a concise introduction of your research topic, highlighting its significance and the research objectives. This helps set the context for the audience and the External Examiner, allowing them to grasp the scope of your work. Before you step up to defend, ensure that you are familiar with your research abstract and the key components of Chapter One, including the motivation behind your study, the problem statement, the aims and objectives, as well as the scope and significance. For Chapter Two, it is advisable to reference at least two citations from the literature review. In Chapter Three, be prepared to discuss the methodologies, tools, and techniques you employed in your research. Moving to Chapter Four, you must justify your work and explain how your findings align with the objectives of your research.

Conclusion and Recommendations: Wrap up your defense by summarizing the study and offering well-grounded recommendations based on your findings.

Dress Code: Professional attire is an essential component of your final-year research defense. Wearing a suit and tie, for example, can create a positive impression and boost your overall presentation without you having to say a word.

Question and Answer Session: The External Examiner will ask questions based on your research. If you encounter a difficult or unrelated question, respond respectfully with, "Sorry, Sir/Madam, the question asked is beyond the scope of my study". Whenever possible, answer questions by referring directly to your research findings.

The Effect of Ethanolic Extract of Acanthus Montanus on Fasting Blood Sugar Levels of Adult Wistar Rats

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