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The leukocyte apoptosis assay : a clinical predictor of radiosensitivity?
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2009)The main objective of radiotherapy is to completely eradicate tumours while preserving the integrity of the normal surrounding tissue. The severity of normal tissue reactions varies considerably amongst individuals. ... -
The level and persistence of antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria in wastewater before, during and after treatment at a municipal wastewater treatment plant in Stellenbosch
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2015)Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) are designed to remove/decrease conventional pollution parameters from the wastewater influent, so that the final effluent (run off) does not compromise the receiving surface water source. ... -
Marker studies of the solid state formation of CrSi2 on Pd2Si
(Peninsula Technikon, 1998)The chemical system, Si < >1 Pd 1Cr, was investigated to study the formation of CrSil on polycrystalline PdlSi, formed on Si<IOO> and epitaxial PdlSi formed on Si<lll>. To ascertain the reaction mechanism during the ... -
Markers of chronic immune activation and T-cell function in hyperglycaemia
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2017)Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic inflammatory condition characterised by hyperglycaemia; continuous activation of T-lymphocytes and immune dysregulation. Although the exact mechanisms of these phenomena are not ... -
Mitochondrial DNA heteroplasmy in radiation induced myelodysplasia and leukaemia
(Cape Technikon, 1996)Haematological defects observed in clonal deletions of mtDNA and the inhibition of mitochondrial function by benzene and chloramphenicol, suggest a role for mtDNA in the pathogenesis of radiation - induced preleukaemia ... -
Mitochondrial DNA heteroplasmy in radiation induced myelodysplasia and leukaemia
(Cape Technikon, 1996)Haematol.ogical defects observed in cl.onal deletions of mtDNA and the inhibition of mitochondrial function by benzene and chloramphenicol., suggest a role for mtDNA in the pathogenesis of radiation - induced ... -
Modulation of oxidative stress biomarkers by rooibos in adults at risk of developing coronary heart disease
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2008)Observational studies link higher intake of polyphenols from plant based foods and beverages with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) which remains the leading cause of death in the world. Although the mechanisms ... -
Modulation of oxidative stress by rooibos (aspalathus linearis) herbal tea, chinese green (camellia sinensis) tea and commercial tea supplements using a rodent model
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2012)Human and experimental animal studies have shown that biomarkers of oxidative damage are elevated in subjects with certain diseases or risk factors. Consequently, it is hypothesized that oxidative stress plays an important ... -
Modulation of postprandial oxidative stress by rooibos (aspalathus linearis) in normolipidaemic individuals
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2010)Consumption of sucrose with a meal containing oxidised and oxidisable lipids cause an increase in oxidative stress which is referred to as postprandial oxidative stress. The modulating effect on postprandial oxidative ... -
Modulation of ultrviolet light induced skin carcinogenesis by extracts of Rooibos and Honeybush using a mouse model:elucidating possible protective mechanisms
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2009)This thesis provides the first scientific evidence of the photoprotective properties of rooibos and honeybush herbal tea extracts and to some extent, two major honeybush polyphenols, hesperidin and mangiferin. These ... -
Molecular characterisation of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis, clinical isolates obtained in the Khomas region, Windhoek, Namibia
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2017)According to the Namibia National Tuberculosis Control Programme (NTCP) report of 2008, Namibia has one of the highest TB infection rates in the world with a case notification rate of 748/100,000. Rapid, specific and ... -
Molecular characterisation of the multi-antibiotic resistant bacteria, Klebsiella Pneumoniae isolated from nosocomial infections
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2017)Background: It is well established that Klebsiella pneumoniae (K. pneumoniae) is an opportunistic pathogenic organism that has been frequently identified as the cause of nosocomial and community acquired infections. ... -
Mutation screening of the ENPP1 gene and its possible contribution to the development of obesity/overweight and metabolic syndrome in South African children
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2008)Epidemiological reports have shown that South Africa, whilst a developing country, irs overweight and obesity prevalence rates in children is fast approaching those seen in the developed world. This country's population ... -
Non-tuberculous mycobacteria in tuberculosis epidemic settings in South Africa
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2007)Non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are often isolated from Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infected individuals, but there is very little information documented about the prevalence of NTM in community settings. An ... -
'n Ondersoek na die vir bepaling van serum- en toepassing van essaieringstelle verwysingswaardes vir vitamien rooiselfolaat by verskillende etniese groepe
(Cape Technikon, 1992)As early as 1822 it was discovered that treating a patient, who had a macrocytic anaemia, with a diet containing liver, a rich source of folic acid (folacin), brought about an excellent haematological response. extract, ... -
Optimization of production variables governing yield and stability of factor VIII in cryoprecipitate
(Cape Technikon, 1997)Cryoprecipitates are used as the raw material for the preparation of Factor VIII (FVIIIl) for replacement therapy for haemophiliacs. Routinely, cryoprecipitate only recovers 50% of the Factor VIII in the plasma. The ... -
Platelet function and activation in mixed ancestry subjects with hyperglycemia, from the Western Cape, South Africa
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2016)Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a metabolic disorder which is characterised by insulin resistance, defective insulin secretion or both. The chronic state of hyperglycemia in diabetes is associated with microvascular ... -
Prevalence of HPV induced lesions of the cervix among gynaecological clinic attendees in Namibia :association of risk factors and cytomorphologic findings
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2011)Introduction: A prospective study was conducted across the spectrum of cervical aberrancies with the aim of assessing the distribution of HPV relating to the degree of cervical abnormalities using polymerase chain reaction ... -
The prevalence of impaired glucose tolerance and diabetes amongst the middle aged population of Bellville South community, Cape Town, South Africa
(Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2009)Numerous sources including the World Health Organization (WHO) and International Diabetes Federation (IDF) reported that a diabetes epidemic, with a parallel rise in obesity and insulin resistance is presently enveloping ... -
The prevalence of obesity amongst learners attending the schools in Belhar, Delft and Mfuleni in Cape Town, South Africa
(Peninsula Technikon, 2004)The prevalence of obesity amongst both the adult and paediatric population has assumed almost epidemic proportions in many developed and developing countries. A recent study by the Medical Research Council found that a ...
