About Journal of Medical Laboratory Science
Journal of Medical Laboratory Science (JoMLS) is an international, online/print, open access, peer-reviewed journal, which is published by the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria. All articles are published under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International Public License (CC BY-NC 4.0), and have Digital Object Identifier (DOI) assigned. The JoMLS is indexed on INDEX COPERNICUS with ICV of 89.13 for 2020 and OpenAIRE
ISSN 1116-1043
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Aims & Scopes
The Journal of Medical Laboratory Science (JoMLS) is a quarterly publication of the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria. It publishes high quality, original Research and Mini review articles in all fields of Biomedical Sciences and Laboratory Medicine covering Medical Microbiology, Medical Parasitology, Clinical Chemistry, Haematology, Blood Group Serology, Cytogenetic, Exfoliation Cytology, Medical Virology, Medical Mycology, Histopathology and Immunochemistry. Special interest, New Biological, Laboratory case reports, Diagnostic Reagents and Fabricated Laboratory hardware. Molecular Biology articles involving “Omic” technologies such as Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics and Laboratory-based case reports will be highly considered. Advances that have reached an acceptable degree of completion in Biochemical and Pathophysiological Mechanisms may also be considered for publication in the JoMLS.
Current Publications (Vol 33, No 1, 2023)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 33, No. 1, published in December 2023. 
Current Publications
Pattern of Prostatic Lesions in Ilorin, Nigeria: A Five-Year Review
Benard SA, Fowotade AA, Afolabi OO, Oluwumi AO
Assessment of Impact of HBV Markers on Haematological and Hepatic Parameters on Seropositive Blood Donors in 2014 at ABUTH Zaria, Kaduna State
Muhammad AI, Egbunna MO, Aliyu AB, Yusuf R, Usman N, Abdurrahman EA
Prevalence of Chronic Kidney Disease Based on MDRD and CKD-EPI Equations among Patients attending Abubakar Imam Urology Centre, Kano
Imam A and Idris S
Effects of Press-Up Exercise on Body Mass Index, Levels of Oxidized LDL and Growth Differentiation Factor-15 in Male Students in Nnewi, Nigeria
Ihim AC, Manafa PO, Nwobodo EI, Obi PC, Ekuma-Okereke O, Ehiaghe FA, Agina CC
Assessment of 8-Oxoguanine Glycosylase-1 (OGGI) and Nuclear Factor Kappa-Light Chain Enhancer (NF-κB) P65 Among Substance Abusers in Ado-Ekiti State, Nigeria
Odewusi OO, Akinfolarin MF, Ugberase EN, Omon EA, Sokunbi ZT, Obadire SO
Archived Publications (Vol 32, No 2, 2022)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 32, No. 2, published in June 2022. 
Current Publications
Relationship between Maternal Lipid Profile Level at Delivery and Neonatal Birth Weight
Emokpae MA, Agbonlahor OJ, Olusegun TG
Phenotypic Detection of Mobilized Colistin Resistance Among Clinical Isolates in University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, Nigeria
Eriamiatoe RE, Onaiwu EI, Aguh OD, Dedekuma EI, Eghiomon AA, Idemudia NL, Ibadin EE, Egbe CA, Anogie NA, Igbarumah IO, Fapohunda OW, Omoregie R
Archived Publications (Vol 32, No 1, 2022)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 32, No. 1, published in March 2022. 
Current Publications
Sero-Prevalence of Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus (HTLV) Among Blood Donors Attending Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe State, Nigeria
Yakubu A, Maori L, Bassey BE, Danlami MH, Aliyu AS, Ibrahim R
Utility of Blood Cell Count Ratios as Biomarkers of Venous Thromboembolism Among Women on Oral Contraceptives
Akwiwu EC, Ukpabi SA, Akpotuzor JO
Effect of Aqueous Extract of Glycine max on Some Iron Profile Parameters in Female Albino Wistar Rats
Aruomaren AI, Ikponmwen DO, Adebowale GA, Ighomereho S
Management of Mild and Moderate Symptoms of COVID-19 in Infected Subjects using Combi-5 Herbal Supplement: Case Series
Onyeaghala AA, Babalola CP, Onyeaghala EO, Olubiyi OO, Attah FA
Archived Publications (Vol 31, No 4, 2021)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 31, No. 4, published in December 2021. 
Current Publications
Albuminuria and urinary albumin-creatinine ratio of hypertensives attending a tertiary hospital at Enugu, Nigeria
Okoronkwo IM, Dangana A, Okafor EN, Okonkwo IN, Azolike SC, Onoja SO, Erhabor T, Abdullahi IN
Cord Serum Copper-to-Zinc Ratio Correlates with Birth Weight among Neonates in Benin City, Nigeria
Agbonlahor OJ, Emokpae MA, Osuntade OP
Haemostatic, Haematological and Immunological Parameters of HIV-Positive Patients at Two Hospitals in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Anyiam AF, Irondi EA, Arinze-Anyiam OC, Obi E, Babalola PO
Antibacterial and antifungal activities of crude extract and fractions of Morinda citrifolia leaf
Ene IF, Enweani-Nwokelo IB, Obaji MU
Archived Publications (Vol 31, No 3, 2021)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 31, No. 3, published in September 2021. 
Current Publications
Biochemical and Haematological Changes Associated with Transplacental Congenital Malaria in Kogi State, North-Central Nigeria
Akor SE, Musa DA, Akogu SPO, Akpa M, Friday ET, Idachaba T, Onoja P, Abdul AS
Antenatal Care Coverage and the Prevalence of Syphilis, Viral Hepatitis and Human Immuno-Deficiency Virus Infections Among Pregnant Women in Uyo, Nigeria
Akwiwu EC, Alfred UO, Akpotuzor JO, Onukak EE
Impacts of COVID-19 Pandemic on HIV/TB Diagnosis in Nigeria
Egbulefu II, Abiodun PO, Sanni FO, Enuma JN, Ogumka MA, Ogaraku PE
Archived Publications (Vol 31, No 2, 2021)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 31, No. 2, published in June 2021. 
Current Publications
Evaluation of Histopathology Laboratory Request Forms in a North -Central Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria- A Pilot Study
Benard SA, Bejide VO, Fowotade AA, Folaranmi OO, Abubakar-Akanbi SK, Afolabi OO, Olutunde OA
Effect of Biomass Smoke on Female Reproductive Hormones among Caterers in NNEWI Metropolis, South-East, NIGERIA
Manafa PO, Mbachu NA,Onah EC,Chukwuma GO, Ibeh NC,Chukwuanukwu RC, Manafa VI, Nwene KE, Ebugosi RS
Cardiometabolic Risk Screening of Students Attending School of Health Technology, Minna, Niger State, Nigeria
Dauda A, Yisa NE, Adama S, Saba V, Nwalozie J, Malgit SA, Ohiri NW
Archived Publications (Vol 31, No 1, 2021)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 31, No. 1, published in March 2021. 
Archived Publications
Evaluation of Some Maternal and Neonatal-Associated Risk Factors in Early On-Set Neonatal Thrombocytopenia in Delta State, Nigeria
Adjekuko CO, Etim EA, Emokpae MA, Osadolor HB, Jeremiah ZA
New variant of Hepatitis C Virus genotype 1b in a Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infected patient in Benin City, Nigeria
Oladeinde BH, Ekejindu IM, Omoregie R, Odia I, Aguh OD
Carboxylhaemoglobin Concentration among Male, Gasoline Generator Mechanics in Benin City, Nigeria
Adejumo BIG, Ireneh RU, Dimkpa U, Abdulkadir UI, Abdulrahman ON, Uzor S
Intestinal Helminthiasis Burden among Primary School Children in Enugu Suburban, Nigeria
Achukwu NO, Enweani IB, Aniobi CE, Okorie AN, Isiofia PO, Ogbonna US
Comparative Evaluation of Clove, Olive and Groundnut Oil’s Clearing Ability in Tissue Processing
Tsamiya RI, Muhammad HT, Mohammed MO, Abubakar U, Mohammed I, Muhammad AT, Ajayi AS
Archived Publications (Vol 30, No 4, 2020)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 30, No. 4, published in December 2020. 
Archived Publications
Warthin Tumour-Associated Synchronous Neoplasia and COVID-19: Does SARS-CoV-2 Infection Increase the Risk of Benign Tumours and Cancer?
Okoye JO, Ibekailo NS, Ngokere AA, Obioma O
3. Prevalence of Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Bida, North Central Nigeria: A five- year retrospective study
Inyinbor HE, Omosigho PO, Akobi OA, Emumwen GE, Ogedengbe SO, Shehu KM, Abdullahi MN, Aliyu NJ, Oshinsanya TT, Emumwen FE
Isolation of Fungal Agents in Some Household Furniture in Owerri, South-East, Nigeria
Uchegbu UN, Dike-Ndudim JN, Uduji HI, Amah HC, Uche-Uchegbu N
Seroprevalence of Epstein Barr Virus among HIV Positive Patients Attending Federal Medical Center, Katsina State-Nigeria
Jarmai MM, Ramadan TH, Rogo DL, Usman Y, Babayo A, Sabo YM, Akande AO
Genetic variants predisposition to severe COVID-19 Illness identified in a healthy Nigerian Man, using Nebula Genomics Gene.iobio platform
Anukam KC, Bassey EB
Archived Publications (Vol 30, No 3, 2020)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 30, No. 3, published in September 2020. 
Current Publications
Association of haptoglobin phenotypes with malaria infection in Kano, Northern Nigeria
Imoru M, Sulaiman MK, Adias TC
Museum Techniques and Practices in Histopathology; A Compendium
Ajileye AB, Adeyemi OA
Comparison of Diagnostic Fine-Needle Aspiration of Breast Masses Obtained from Cell Blocks and Conventional Smear Methods Using Prognostic/Predictive Biomarkers for Confirmation
Osiagwu DD, Awolola NA, Bankole JK, Otegbade MA, Oyegbami RS, Awopetu PI
Variation in Some Haematological Parameters, Iron and Lead Levels in Workers Exposed to Electronic Waste in Benin City, South-South Nigeria
Igharo OG, Anetor JI, Osibanjo O, Okungbowa MA, Aleoghena TO, Idomeh FA, Igharo EL, Omusi PI
Prevalence and Determinants of Hepatitis C Virus Infection among HIV Infected Subjects in Benin City, Nigeria
Oladeinde BH, Omoregie R, Ozolua OP
Assessment of thyroid hormone levels among Sickle Cell Disease Patients in steady clinical state at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Nigeria
Manafa PO, Okocha EC, Ikegwuonu JA, Ekuma-Okereke O, Chukwuma GO, Ibe NC, Chukwuanukwu RC, Nwene KE, Onah CE, Manafa VI, Ogbuowelu SO
Prevalence of Malaria Parasitaemia and Anaemia among Primary School Children in Enugu Suburban, Enugu state, Nigeria
Enweani IB, Achukwu NO, Ajare CA, Ogbonna US
Professional Autonomy in the Running of Medical Diagnostic Laboratories in Nigeria
Erhabor O, Okara GC, Adias TC, Erhabor T, Erhabor U
Archived Publications (Vol 30, No 2, 2020)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 30, No. 2, published in June 2020. 
Current Publications
Assessment of CXCL-16 Chemokine and Body Mass Index in Patients with Renal Impairment Attending Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital Kano
Isah SY, Amina T, Lawal DR, Danladi SB, Baffa AG, Hamid KM, Abdu A, Okafor PA, Usman MM
Contemporary Issues in Managing COVID -19 Outbreak in Nigeria and Implications for Future Outbreaks
Onyeaghala A A and Olajide I
Thesis and Antithesis of Infertility in Nigeria: A Review and Implications on Medical Laboratory Science Practice
Oke JA, Onyeaghala AA and Dada RA
Effect of Chester-step Aerobic Exercise on the Levels of Oxidized Low-Density Lipoprotein and Adiponectin in Adult Subjects in Nnewi Metropolis
Manafa PO, Onwuka IK, Ekuma-Okereke O, Ehiaghe FA, Manafa IV, Ibe NC, Mbachu NA, Chukwuma GO, Nwene KE, Onah EC, Ogbuowelu SO
Iron and Zinc deficiency and haematological correlates among anaemic pregnant women attending ante-natal clinic at Babcock University Teaching Hospital, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State
Olayanju AOD, Oboh IO, Imaralu JO, Ezigbo ED, Enitan SS
Bacterial Evaluation of Ready-To-Eat Sliced Fruits Sold for Human Consumption in Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria
Oluboyo BO, Edojaimoni OJ, Akinseye JF, Akele RY, Odeyemi O
Geographical distribution, transmission dynamics and fatality of an emerging novel coronavirus disease
Abubakar AA, Adebimpe OW, Abdulazeez IA, Ibrahim A
Chronic Renal Failure and Tending Skeletal Pathology in Patients on Dialysis Treatment
Okeke CU, Agbasi PU, Eke CC, Okorie AN
Escapades of Sex Workers amidst Lockdown: An Untold Navigation Pathway for SARS-CoV-2 Community Transmission in Nigeria
Odigie EB, Airiagbonbu BO, Adegboye AA
Archived Publications (Vol 30, No 1, 2020)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 30, No. 1, published in April 2020. 
Current Publications
From the editorial bench
Chief Editor
Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio of Psychiatric Patients in a Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Benin City, Nigeria
Ikpo PE, Okun O, Efam MO, Egharevba O, Ejismekmu BC, Chukwu OC, Odeh BE, Aneke CG, Ike KAA
Distribution of Candida sp. in the Genitourinary Tract in Diabetic Mellitus Patients Attending Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Osun State, Nigeria
Fadeju OJ, Adeyeye AD, Omisakin AO, Ojo T, Olowe OA, Taiwo SS
Decreased Plasma Adropin: A Possible Risk Factor for Metabolic Syndrome in Type 2 Diabetic Patients in South-West, Nigeria
Adetunji KJ, Ebesunun MO, Olaifa SM, Ladipo OA
A Review of the COVID-19 Pandemic and the Role of Medical Laboratory Scientists in containment
Ibeh IN, Enitan SS, Akele RY, Isitua CC
CORONAVIRUS: Resilient Nightmare of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Africa
Atere AD, Oduwole OA, Okpoli HC, Hassan AO
Effects of Mucuna pruriens Leaf Extract on the Liver of Wister Rats
Okorie N, Fasogbon SA, Ajileye AB, Adegeye FO
Archived Publications (Vol 29, No 3, 2019)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 29, No. 3, published in December 2019. 
Archived Publications
From the editorial bench
Chief Editor
Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude of Sickle Cell Genetic Screening Among Fresh Undergraduate Students of Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Nigeria
Chukwurah EF, Oduma FC, Madubuattah CG, Chukwurah FC
Inflammatory Markers and Some Haematological Profiles in Apparently Healthy Residents of Adeyanba Village and Egor Urban Communities in Edo State
Eguagie OO, Bukar A, Aghatise K, Osakue O, Alao J, Obi OS, Emokpae MA
Detection of Resistant-Associated Mutations and Genetic Profile of Resistance to Rifampicin and Isoniazid among Multi-Drug Resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis Isolates from Plateau State
Wuyep VB, Ani A, Davou V, Fyaktu EJ, Obishakin E. Ikeh EI
Relationship between Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Infertility on Women Attending Obstetrics and Gynecological Clinic at a Tertiary Hospital in South East, Nigeria
Ibeh NC, Okafor CI, Nwadinigbo O, Manafa PO
16S rRNA Metagenomics of Seminal Fluids from Medical Microbiology Laboratory in a Tertiary Hospital, Southern Nigeria
Ndiokwere C , Olise NA, Nmewurum V, Omoregie R, Agbakoba NR, Anukam KC
Malaria Parasites Burden at Various Stages of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection
Okparaku SO, Emelike OF, Dic-Ijiewere EO, Idehen CI, Airhomwanbor KO, Ene IF
Age–Gender Specific Reference Values for Iron Indices Among Apparently Healthy Population in Abeokuta, South Western Nigeria
Omisakin IA, Adias TC, Fasogbon SA, Imoru M, Adediwura AE, Abiodun I, Usman S
Archived Publications (Vol 29, No 2, 2019)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 29, No. 2, published in August 2019. 
Current Publications
From the editorial bench
Chief Editor
Effect of Coffee Consumption on Blood Glucose and Lipid Profile Levels in Male Students at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State.
Ihim AC, Nwanua MI, Ogbodo EC, Meludu SC
Health, Social and Economic burden of Bacterial vaginosis (BV) among Nigerian women of child bearing age: Can Probiotics restore the vaginal dysbiosis?
Ejike CE, Agbakoba NR, Ezeanya CC and Anukam KC
Catheter-associated Bacteriuria among Fistula Patients Attending National Obstetrics Fistula Centre Ningi, Bauchi State, Nigeria
Uzuegbunam NV, Yusuf MA, Umar FA, Bassey BE
Clinical Correlation of Differential CD4 T Cells Count with Malaria Among HIV Positive Patients
Miri NF, Damen JG, Esiekpe M
Achived Publications (Vol 29, No 1, 2019)
Below is a listing of all the papers accepted for Volume 29, No. 1, published in April 2019. 
Archived Publications
Antibiotic Susceptibility Profile of Gram-Negative Isolates from Wound Swabs.
Enwuru C.P., Otokunefor K., Otokunefor T.V.
Evaluation of Apolipoprotein and Lipid Profiles in HIV SymptomaticSubjects Before and After 12 Months Antiretroviral Therapy in NAUTH Nnewi, South Eastern Nigeria.
Ezeugwunne IP, Ogbodo EC, Analike RA, Ifeanyichukwu M, Ogah HGO, Amah AK, Obi-Ezeani CN, Onyenekwe CC, Ahaneku JE, Meludu SC
From the Editorial Bench
Chief Editor
Shortened Staining Procedures of Thin Blood Films with Leishman Stain: A Suitable Alternative Under Emergency
Muhibi MA, Hassan RO, Tijani BA, Hassan AO, Muhibi MO, Nassar AS
Comparative Abundance and Functional Biomarkers of the Vaginal and Gut Microbiome of Nigerian Women with Bacterial Vaginosis: A Study with 16S rRNA Metagenomics
Okoli AC, Agbakoba NR, Ezeanya CC, Oguejiofor CB, Anukam KC
Performance of Line Probe Assay (MTBDRplus) in the Detection of Drug Resistance Tuberculosis
Tukur AD, Aminu AI, Kumurya AS, Muhammad AB, Rabiu M, Olabamiji JO et al.
Archived Publications (Vol 28, No 1, 2018)
Archived Publications
From the editorial bench: December 2018.
The Chief Editor, JOMLS.
Relationships Between Circulating Immune Complexes (CIC) and Serum Immunoglobulins ...
Chukwurah EF, Chukwurah FC
Archived Publications (Vol 27, No 1, 2017)
Archived Publications
Molecular Detection of Antibacterial Resistance Genes in Phenotypically ...
Ehiaghe JI, Oviasogie FE, Nwobu RAU, Agbonlahor DE, Ehiaghe FA, Uhunwongho J, Eremwanarue OA, Uwabor C, Itota IR, Ogbu EC
An Advocacy for Core Needle Biopsy (CNB) in The Diagnosis
Erameh TO and Odigie BE
Levels in Pregnant Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Jibril AA , Ahmad MB, Suraj MA, Gwarzo MY
Malaria Endemicity Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal ...
Monjol BE and Useh MF
Blood Lead Level and Renal Function in Roadside Traders at Major ...
Odewusi OO, Okunade BM, Olajide AG
Salt Tolerance, Haemolysin and β-Lactamase Production, and ...
Ogefere HO and Uwumarogie KA
Levels of Some Selected (Essential-Mn, Zn and Toxic-Al, Sb) Metals ...
Osadolor HB and Omodiagbe IP
Effect of Tramadol on Bilirubin, Protein Synthesis and Liver Enzymes ...
Osadolor HB and Omo-Erhabor JA.
Effect of administration of aqueous leaf extract of Vitex simplicifolia ...
Salim MA, Imam AA, Bala M, Khalifa MH, Tanko Y, Mohammed A
Current Editorial Board
The board comprises of the President of AMLSN, a Chief Editor and numerous others for each of the nine sections of this medical journal.
Editorial Board
Bassey Enya Bassey, PhD
Dr Bassey Enya Bassey, who is the current National President of the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN), is a public health scientist with over 31 years of experience working in the Nigerian public health sector. His area of expertise cuts across, but not limited to fields of epidemiology, outbreak response, infectious disease control and policy management.
Having spent over a decade working in World Health Organization’s Expanded program on Immunization (EPI) serving in various capacities from National Surveillance Officer to State Coordinator of WHO EPI projects in three significant states in Nigeria, Dr Bassey knows what truly drives the successful planning and implementation of EPI projects- and it is not how many professional accolades you show up with to an event. It is actually how well you connect with the heart-beating people you are trying to help and how well you communicate your understanding back to them.
Kingsley Anukam, PhD
Dr Kingsley Anukam has over 15 years experience conducting clinical laboratory research, teaching at post-secondary level, extensive writing, research, product development, and publication capabilities that resulted in over 80 scientific research publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Dr Kingsley Anukam is the current Editor-in-chief of this journal.
Doctorate degree in Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Master degree in Health Planning and Management and Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science. Vast experience in Human Microbiome sequencing with Illumina MiSeq and Oxford Nanopore MinION sequencers. Mining metagenomics information in relation to health and diseases. Own an Intellectual property ready to be scaled up.
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