P.L.Rajagopal

The aqueous extract of unripe fruit of Baccuarea courtallensis were assessed for its anti-oxidant potential. The aqueous extract was subjected to in-vitro anti-oxidant screening by reduction of ferric ions. Ascorbic acid was used as standard. The study reveals that the aqueous extract of the unripe fruit has potent anti-oxidant activity. The activity exhibited by the fruit extract was comparable with the reference standard used in the evaluation. The anti-oxidant activity was found to be concentration dependent and may be attributed to the presence of flavonoid content in the fruits.

The aim of the study was to assess the haematological parameters in alcoholics. Hematological parameters like platelet count and white blood cell count were analysed in chronic alcoholics by manual, automation and by means of peripheral smear examination. The result revealed that there was a significant reduction in both the parameters in alcoholics.