Mahdieh Mehrpouri
Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Alborz University of Medical Sciences, Karaj, Iran
[ 1 ] - Cinnamon inhibits platelet function and improves cardiovascular system
Background: Cinnamon belongs to the Lauraceae family and is one of the most common spices that are used as traditional medicine in the world. The bark and leaf of cinnamon contain essential oils and derivatives including cinnamaldehyde, cinnamic acid and several other compounds such as polyphenols. Moreover, anti-inflammatory and lipid lowering properties of cinnamon has been proven. Objective:...
[ 2 ] - Cytotoxic and apoptotic effects of melatonin hormone on NB4 leukemic cells
Introduction: Given to the fact that the high toxicity and side effects of chemotherapeutic drugs have limited their clinical use, it is not surprising that novel therapeutic drugs with less toxicity and more efficacy have entered into the novel protocols. Relatively, Melatonin, a main product of pineal gland, not only plays a key role in the regulation of circadian rhythm, but also exerts anti...
[ 3 ] - Assessment of laboratory sciences students’ attitude toward their field of study and future career in Alborz University of Medical Sciences, 2021
Introduction: The students are one of the most valuable assets of any country, and their attitude toward their field of study and future career can be used as a good guide to improve the quality of educational services. The aim of this study was to determine the laboratory sciences students’ attitude toward their field of study and future career in Alborz University of Medical Sciences. Metho...
[ 4 ] - Evaluation of relationship between biochemical parameters and osteoporosis in patients with β-thalassemia major
Background: Osteoporosis is one of the late complications of β-Thalassemia major. The pathogenesis of osteoporosis depends on different factors. Ineffectiveness of hematopoiesis is the major factor, and the other factors are defected by hormonal functions or biochemical parameters. Osteoclasts hyperactivity in thalassemia increases the serum receptor activator of nuclear factor Kappa B ligand (...