the levels of serum tota1 protein, albumin, transaminases and phosphatases were estimated in a group of children with severe marasmus or mild malnutrition in order to identify some of the associated deficiencies in these syndromes. the biochemical pattern was similar in the normal and malnourished children.

background: occupational lead poisoning is common in workers of some industries, but lead hepatotoxicity has rarely been reported. several animal studies have revealed lead induced liver damage but clinical studies concerning the manifestations of lead induced liver toxicity in humans are scares. this study was designed to investigate the clinical manifestations and pathological parameters of h...

ricinus communis linn. (euphorbiaceae) is a soft wooded tree widely prevalent throughout tropics regions of the world which have a warm temperature. in the indian system of medicine, the leaves, roots and seed oil of this plant have been used for the treatment of inflammation and liver disorders for a long time. in the present study, the protective effects of ethanol extract of ricinus communis...