Nigerian Journal of Physiological Sciences

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Vol. 40 No. 1 (2025)
Published July 27, 2025

Nigerian Journal of Physiological Sciences (Niger. J. Physiol. Sci.) is a biannual publication of the Physiological Society of Nigeria. It covers diverse areas of research in physiological sciences, publishing reviews in current research areas and original laboratory and clinical research in physiological sciences.

Review Articles

Hauwa Bako, John I. Anetor, Salisu Babura Mu'azu, Ahmad Mohammad Bello, Anas Babangida, Zainab Ibrahim Nadabo
1 - 8
Lactose Intolerance in Sub-Saharan Africa
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S.O. Ayanwale, R.A. Audu, S.A. Omilabu, Simeon I.B. Cadmus
9 - 16
The Global Perspective of Human Metapneumovirus
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Jasim Mohammed Dahr, Dr. Yaghoub Farjami
17 - 29
Educational and Family Factors in Child Autism: A Systematic Literature Review
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Study protocol

Ikeola A. Adeoye, Akinkunmi Paul Okekunle, Ifeoluwa Jesuloluwa Owoseni, Sunday Adekunle Oladiran, Amiede Martina Oriakhi, Somtochukwu Ijeoma Ogboh, Mojisola Hikmah Bello, David Kadan Danladi, Osahon Jeffery Asowata
31 - 39
Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Consumption among Adolescents in Nigeria (SURRENDER): Research Plan and Procedures of Mixed-Method Survey
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Full Length Research Articles

Daniel Adewuni, Bolanle Iranloye, Abidoye Gbadegesin, Olubunmi Magbagbeola, Oluyemi Akinloye
41 - 47
Characterization of the Clinical Phenotype and Reproductive Hormones of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Nigerian Population
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Eunice Oluwaseyi Bamisaye, Sunday Peter Ogundeji, Tolani Ojo, Evarista O. Osime
Assessment of Some Genetic thrombophilias in Nigerian patients with Venous Thromboembolism
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Samuel Efanga
57 - 62
Radiographic Evaluation of Posterior Tibial Slope Angle: Its Relationship with Socio-Demographic Factors and Effects on Knee Function
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Monica Ewomazino Akokuwebe
63 - 78
Exploring Factors Influencing Cohabitation among Osun State University Students, Nigeria: Implications for Family Demography and Sociological Practices
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A.B. Usman, O.T. Agbebi
79 - 83
An Evaluation of the Genetic Variability of Tilapia guineensis Populations Based on Microsatellite Markers
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Chinweike N Asogwa, Chinonso Anthony Ezema, Dandy Ahamefula Osibe, Ifebuche Christian Ugwu
85 - 91
Species- and Tissue-Specific Variations in Cholesterol Content among Wild and Domesticated Birds in Nsukka, Nigeria
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Dr Ake, Dr B.N Ogunro, Dr A.C Ajaebili, Dr I.A Arowolo, Dr L.Z Kpasham, Dr A.A Obasa, Dr A.D Ladagu, J. O. Olopade
93 - 100
Body Temperatures, Respiration, Heart Rate and Haematological Parameters of Four Species of Captive Monkeys in Nigeria during the Rainy Season
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Sikirullai Olatunde Jeje, P.O Mosisiyenome, Ayomide E Olowoyo, T.P Omayone, T.G Adedeji, F.K Ola-Mudathir
101 - 108
Maternal Environmental Temperature During Gestation Affects Renal Function Indices and Oxidative Stress in The Kidney of Offsprings of Wistar Rats
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Omosola Fisayo Faniyan, Adeola T Salami, Olugbenga Adeola Odukanmi, Samuel Babafemi Olaleye
109 - 118
Gastroprotective Activity of Low-Dose Vanadium in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats: Roles of Gastric Acid, Mucous Cells and Oxidative Stress
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Ismail O. Ishola, Khadijat Olabisi Abdulwahab, Taiwo Grace Olubodun-Obadun, Ibukunoluwa Elizabeth Oluwatimilehin, Temitope Inioluwa Agbaje, Oluwatoyin Esther Agbaje
119 - 126
Hesperidin nanoparticles prevent scopolamine-induced cognition impairment through amplification of antioxidant defense system and cholinergic neurotransmission in mice
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Adejuwon Adewale Adeneye, Mosunmola, Olufunke, Abdulfatai O. Ojewale, Ikechukwu Okoye
127 - 136
Therapeutic Potential of Tadalafil in Doxorubicin-Induced Pulmonary and Hematological Toxicities in Wistar Rats
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T. O. Ajibade
137 - 147
Modulatory effects of ethanol extract of Dissotis rotundifolia whole plant on metabolic syndrome-induced hepato-renal dysfunctions in rats
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Collins Nduka Esomchi, Godwin Chinedu Uzomba, Favour Kyrian Nwoke, Joy Onyinyechi Nwofia, Ogugua Augustine Egwu
149 - 155
Impact of Zingiber officinale on Testicular Morphometry, Sperm Quality, and Hormonal Profiles in Alcohol-Induced Toxicity
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Beatrice Bello, Olayide Lawal, Gbenga Olumayede, Stanley Agbo
157 - 165
Bioassay and histopathological effects of water-soluble fractions of crude oil on Coptodon guineensis
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Obruche Ofovwe Ekakitie, Onyinye Cynthia Okeke, Odochi O. Chukwu, Chinedum U. Emelike, Raphael A. Nwaji, Sunday I Emmanuel
167 - 170
Ameliorative effects of Methanolic extract of Citrullus lanatus seed on Hyperlipidemic Wistar Rats : Hematological and anti-hyperlipidemic effects of C. Lanatus seed extract
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Ukoha Ukoha, Paul Demshimeno, Okeke Somadina, Ugochukwu Aguwa, Chijioke Okeke
171 - 177
Microscopic assessment of cannabis sativa leaf extract on the histoarchitecture of the cerebellum in male wistar rats using transmission electron microscope
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Olabode Akintoye, Olabode Akintoye, Adesola Adedotun Oniyide, Christopher Oloruntoba Akintayo, Olusegun Adebayo Adeoluwa, Kehinde Samuel Olaniyi
179 - 189
Therapeutic Effects of Persea americana L. Phytochemicals on Key Molecular Targets in Knee Osteoarthritis: An In-silico and In-vivo approach
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Oluwatoyin Adeyemo-Salami, Damilola Kolade, Lateefah Akande
191 - 196
Chemo-Intervention of Paullinia pinnata Methanol Leaf Extract on Ethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether–Induced Toxicity in Wistar Rats
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Chinweike N Asogwa, Dandy Osibe
197 - 201
Methanolic Extract of Kola Nut (Cola acuminata) Decreased Body Weight and Elevated Total Plasma Cholesterol Levels in Adult Male Albino Rats (Rattus norvegicus).
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Olumuyiwa Abiola Adejumobi, Helen O. Nottidge, Anofi O.T. Ashafa, Momoh A. Yakubu, Adeolu A. Adedapo, Ademola A. Oyagbemi, O.G. Ohore, Oladipo O. Omotosho, Tola Felicia Ajani, Blessing S. Ogunpolu, Jeremiah M. Afolabi, Joy O. Gbadegoye, Victor Oriaku, Temidayo O. Omobowale
203 - 212
Persea americana bark extract Modulates Nw–nitro-L-arginine methyl ester (L-NAME)-induced hypertension through NF-ƙβ/NRF2/KIM-1/CTnI signaling pathways in Wistar rats
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