Issue · 2023
Vol.55, Iss. 1
67 articles · pp. 1-500 · All issues →
Research ArticlePopulation Fluctuations of Bactrocera Species (Diptera: Tephritidae) in Guava and Mango Orchards at Different Climatic Conditions of Sindh
Zain-ul-Aabdin Abro, Naheed Baloch, Raza Muhammad Memon, Niaz Hussain Khuhro, Iram Shaikh
Two Bactrocera spp. of fruit fly (Bactrocera zonata and Bactrocera dorsalis) (Diptera: Tephritidae) associated with mango and guava fruits were studied during (January, 2019 to December, 2019) to determine the population dynamics of these notorious pests in di…
15 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20220119100112
Research ArticleNew Experimental Observations of Infanticide and Cannibalism in Northern Tree Shrew Tupaia belangeri
Dong-Min Hou, Hong-bi Peng, Wan-Long Zhu, Zheng-Kun Wang
Maternal infanticide and cannibalism, wherein mothers kill and consume their offspring, commonly occur in various animal taxa. The extent of its occurrence in Tupaia belangeri remains unclear given the difficulty of observing infanticidal and cannibalistic beh…
19 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210820090809
Research ArticleAccumulation of Heavy Metals in Vegetable Food under Wastewater Irrigation
Azra Kalhoro, Abdul Aziz Mirani, Fozia Khan Siyal, Tahira Jatt, Abdul Razak Mahar, Sadia Iram et al.
Sewage water contains toxic heavy metals which can be translocated and accumulated in plants and subsequently transferred to human body through the food chain, yet it has become the most commonly used water source for irrigating vegetable crops in peri-urban o…
24 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210818080816
Research ArticleLactic Acid Bacteria and Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.): An Unexplored but Potentially Beneficial Liaison
Ahmad Nadeem, Rubina Arshad
The present study was designed to explore plant-associated endophytic lactic acid bacteria (LAB), enhance their plant growth promoting efficacy by induced mutation and unlock their potential as bio-inoculant. Lactobacillus plantarum specific medium and non-sel…
22 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200930120959
Research ArticleCopper Nanoparticles Embedded Rice Husk for the Removal of Bacterial Contaminants from Drinking Water
Farzana Bashir, Aysha Saleem, Khalid Iqbal Khichi, Rubina Nelofer, Rauf Ahmad Khan
The objective of the study was to prepare copper nanoparticles (Cu-NP) embedded on rice husk and to use them as a cost effective approach for the removal of microbial contaminant from drinking water. The copper nanoparticles (Cu-NP) were prepared by using copp…
28 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20181009121054- Research Article
Relationship of Estrogen Intestinal Microbiological Axis of Estrogen with Metabolic Defects in SD Rat Model of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Induced by DHEA
Jiahua Peng, Shiyao Hua, Qian Wu
The objective was to study the relationship between the intestinal microbiological axis of estrogen and metabolic defects in SD rat model of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) induced by DHEA, and to explore the possible mechanism. Forty rats were randomly divid…
28 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210115090145 
Research ArticleInfluences of Predator Cues on the Incidence of Ungulates, Mesopredators and Top Predators in the Greater Khingan Mountains, Northeastern China
Hamenya Mpemba, Fan Yang, Kirsty J. MacLeod, Dusu Wen, Yan Liu, Guangshun Jiang
Top predators can affect the behaviour of prey species via lethal (direct kill) or non-lethal effects (i.e., through predation risk). For example, prey species may move from areas perceived as risky to safer spaces where predation risk is lower, which can have…
28 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190213140239
Research ArticleAntioxidative and Haematopoietic Potential of Pelusios sinuatus (Turtle) Blood on Myelosuppressed Wistar Albino Rats
Florence N. Nworah, Nene O. Uchendu, Ifeoma F. Chukwuma, Emmanuel C. Ossai, Emmanuel C. Ezeako
This study investigated the antioxidative and haematopoietic potency of the blood of Pelusios sinuatus (turtle) on cyclophosphamide induced myelosuppression in rats. Blood constituents were determined to identify the presence of vitamins and minerals. Thirty a…
7 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20201114021133
Research ArticleFunctional Response of Chrysoperla carnea (Stephens) (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae) to Lipaphis erysimi (Kaltenbach) and Diuraphis noxia (Kurdjumov)
Yasir Hameed, Muhammad Rizwan, Muhammad Shahzaib, Muhammad Sarmad, Muhammad Farrukh Hamid, Syed Muhammad Zaka et al.
Green lacewing, Chrysoperla carnea S. (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae), is an important predator of many aphid species such as Lipaphis erysimi and Diuraphis noxia. In biological control C. carnea is most effective predator in controlling of aphid species. The functi…
9 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190705190700
Short CommunicationSpotted Owlet Athene brama brama (Temmink 1821)- A Potential Biocontrol Agent in Agricultural Landscape
V. Sunitha, V. Vasudeva Rao, V. Ravinder Reddy, P. Venkateshwarlu, A.V.L.N. Ramalingeswar Rao, B. Naresh
The present study was conducted to determine the role of spotted owlet as bio control agent in agricultural landscape by knowing its food habits. A total of 282 pellets were collected during the study period were analyzed and identified by using standard keys.…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20201206111201- Short Communication
Effect of Alanine on Post-Thaw Quality of Sahiwal Bull Spermatozoa
Nuzhat Kamal, Muhammed Sajjad Ansari, Bushra Allah Rakha, Shamim Akhter, Saima Qadeer, Ali Akhter
This study was designed to evaluate the effect of alanine on post-thaw quality of Sahiwal bull spermatozoa. Qualifying semen ejaculates [motility (>60%) volume (>4ml) and concentration (>0.5 billion/ml)] collected from three Sahiwal bulls were diluted…
13 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20170216070245 - Short Communication
Comparative Effects of Deworming, Mineral and Vitamin Supplementation on Humoral Response against Peste de Petits Ruminants Vaccine in Goats
Abdullah Iqbal, Muhammad Abubakar, Shumaila Manzoor, Muhammad Kamran Ameen, Rani Faryal
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of mineral supplementation, vitamin supplementation and deworming on humoral response against PPR vaccine in local goats. Group 1 and group 2 goats were given mineral supplementation and fat-soluble vitamin supplementati…
13 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20170723160722 - Short Communication
Anti-A and Anti-B Titer Among Blood Group O Donors at a Tertiary Care Centre Lahore, Pakistan
Anum Syyam, Nazish Saqlain, Sidra Hareem, Naghmana Mazhar, Liaqat Ali, Samia Afzal
The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of IgM and IgG type anti-A and anti-B antibodies and the titer of these antibodies among blood group O donors at a tertiary care hospital. This is a cross-sectional study conducted at the department of Hemat…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211027111027 
Research ArticleIdentification of LncRNA CASC7/ miR-26/ASPN/TGF-β/Smad Axis in Endometrial Cancer
Xiajun Zhang, Jie Yang, Wenjun Zhou, Zhenshi Chen, Weidong Wu, Shaoru Zhang et al.
Endometrial cancer is the most common gynecological malignant tumor in many countries. TGF-β regulates cell proliferation, angiogenesis and metastasis, and is an inducer of epithelial-mesenchymal transformation. Tumor cells activate the TGF-β/Smad pa…
22 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211201051249
Short CommunicationEffect of 25(OH)D3 Supplementation in Sows’ Diets on Heart Development in Neonatal Piglets
Qingyue Han, Ying Li, Jichang Deng, Kunxuan Huang, Yanyang Yang, Quanwei Li et al.
The 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] level in serum is currently considered the best indicator of vitamin D supply to the body from cutaneous synthesis and nutritional intake. Few reports are available regarding the effects of vitamin D and its metabolites on hea…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200528020558- Research Article
Relationship of Age at First Calving, First Lactation Milk Yield, Reproductive Performance and Diseases in Simmental Dairy Cows in Turkey
Nurcan Karslioglu Kara
The aim of this research was to determine the relationship between age at first calving (AFC) and first lactation milk yield [adjusted 305-day (MY305)], reproductive performance [days open (DO), calving interval (CI)] and diseases (lameness, mastitis, metritis…
19 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210714120751 - Research Article
Functional Response of Chrysoperla carnea (Stephens) (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae) to Lipaphis erysimi (Kaltenbach) and Diuraphis noxia (Kurdjumov)
Yasir Hameed, Muhammad Rizwan, Muhammad Shahzaib, Muhammad Sarmad, Muhammad Farrukh Hamid, Syed Muhammad Zaka et al.
Green lacewing, Chrysoperla carnea S. (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae), is an important predator of many aphid species such as Lipaphis erysimi and Diuraphis noxia. In biological control C. carnea is most effective predator in controlling of aphid species. The functi…
9 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190705190700 
Research ArticleEffect of Microwave Exposed Feed in Different Containers on Histological Structure of Liver and Kidney of Adult Mice
Sajida Batool, Sitara Shameem, Kainat Malik, Aneela Iram
Microwave technology has been widely used in different fields of life including cooking. The present study was designed to investigate the effect of feed directly exposed to microwaves or in different containers on the histology of the liver and kidney of mice…
24 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210824140828
Research ArticleIdentification and In Silico Analysis of a Novel Mutation of MAN2B1 Gene in Congenital Family with Alpha-Mannosidosis from Pakistan
Muhammad Ikram Ullah
Alpha-mannosidosis is a devastating metabolic disorder characterized by intellectual disability, facial dysmorphism, musculoskeletal and immune abnormalities. This study identifies a genetic mutation in a complex consanguineous Pakistani family of Punjabi lang…
15 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20220226160227- Research Article
Functional Response of Chrysoperla carnea (Stephens) (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae) to Lipaphis erysimi (Kaltenbach) and Diuraphis noxia (Kurdjumov)
Yasir Hameed, Muhammad Rizwan, Muhammad Shahzaib, Muhammad Sarmad, Muhammad Farrukh Hamid, Syed Muhammad Zaka et al.
Green lacewing, Chrysoperla carnea S. (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae), is an important predator of many aphid species such as Lipaphis erysimi and Diuraphis noxia. In biological control C. carnea is most effective predator in controlling of aphid species. The functi…
9 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190705190700 - Short Communication
Sero-prevalance of Bovine Herpesvirus-1 and Its Associated Risk Factors in District Sheikhupura, Punjab Province
Iqra Qazi, Sohail Raza, Masood Rabbani, Muhammad Avais
Bovine herpesvirus-1 (BoHV-1) is globally circulated bovine virus of genital and respiratory importance. The present study was planned to investigate the sero-prevalance of BoHV-1 and its associated risk factors in District Sheikhupura, Punjab, Pakistan. The s…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211101101122 - Research Article
Correlation of Polymorphism of AQP7 Gene with the Sperm Cells Quality Traits of the Polish Holstein Friesian Bulls
Alicja Kowalczyk, Inga Kowalewska-Łuczak, Ewa Czerniawska-Piątkowska, Jesús Juan Cantalapiedra, Joaquim Orlando Lima Cerqueira, José Pedro Pinto de Araújo
The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether single nucleotide substitutions within exon 4 of the quality of AQP7 gene may affect the sperm cells of Polish Holstein-Friesian bulls. The research material was biological material (semen and blood) collected…
15 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210901170933 - Research Article
Emerging Azithromycin Resistance among the Neisseria gonorrhoeae Strains Isolated in Danyang, China
Jie Yang, Wenjun Zhou, Qi Zhang, Lei Chu, Zhenshi Chen, Xiajun Zhang et al.
Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a human pathogen. Strain identification and effective antibiotic treatment are the main ways to prevent and control gonorrhea, but N. gonorrhoeae is now resistant to most antibiotics, and there is no vaccine available. The main purpose…
28 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210728080714 - Short Communication
Phenotypic Relationship between Body Weight, Body Condition Score and Testicular Measurement Traits in Dorper Rams Raised in Syferkuil Farm, Limpopo Province, South Africa
Thobela Louis Tyasi, Innocent Mokhwee Mohlabeng, Lebelo Joyceline Selala
Testicular measurements are good indicators for identification of those animals with suitable sperm production for breeding. The objective of the study was to examine the relationship between body condition score (BCS), body weight (BW) and testicular measurem…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210508160534 
Short CommunicationTwo Novel Missense Tbx22 Mutations Frequently Cause Non-Syndromic Cleft Palate in Pakistani Population
Asma Basharat, Abdul Wajid, Andleeb Batool, Tayyeba Batool, Abdul Basit, Kamran Abbas et al.
Cleft palates (CP) are the most common birth defect with highly complex etiology, involves both genetic and environmental risk factors. In the present study, we focused on TBX22 gene, which is a major gene determinant essential to human palatogenesis. We analy…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20181104181110- Short Communication
Sub Chronic Toxic Effects of Ethanolic Pongamia pinnata and Eucalyptus camaldulensis Leaf Extracts on Hematological and Biochemical Parameters of Blood in the Male Albino Mice
Shahid Iqbal, Zulha Javed, Mushtaq Hussain Zahid, Qurat ul Ane Gillani, Furhan Iqbal
This study involves effects of ethanolic extracts of leaves of Pongamia pinnata (L.) Pierre and Eucalyptus camaldulensis Dehnh on hematological parameters and biochemical components of blood serum of male albino mice. The extracts were administrated orally (10…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20201219121254 
Short CommunicationCompatibility of Intravenous Fat Emulsion and Antibiotics in Secondary Piggyback Transfusion
Nina Chen, Shuang Xu, Juanjuan Lin, Moslem Lari Najafi
According to the change of fat particle size distribution, this study aimed explore the compatibility of fat emulsion and antibiotics in piggyback infusion. In this study 5% glucose solution, fat emulsion and mixture containing 25 kinds of antibiotics were pre…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20201113161154
Short CommunicationPatient with Suspected COVID-19 Infection Tests Negative in Nasopharyngeal Swabs but is Confirmed by Laboratory Tests and Chest CT Scan: A Case Report
Ayma Aftab, Samia Afzal, Muhammad Idrees
Chest CT imaging can be helpful in early diagnosis of COVID-19 instead of relying on real time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) that can give false negative result. Nasopharyngeal samples from a 22 years old man were detected as negative for COVID-19 for con…
13 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211001071050
Short CommunicationPrevalence of Hepatitis B and C Along with Associated Risk Factors in General Population of Sena Damin District Jhelum Valley Azad Jammu and Kashmir
Mansha Tahir, Abdul Rauf, Syed Ayaz Kazmi, Nuzhat Shafi, Muhammad Hasnain Ali Gillani, Sundus Khawaja et al.
This is a cross sectional study to determine the prevalence of hepatitis B and C infection among the general population of union council Sena Daman district Jhelum Valley, Azad Kashmir and to assess the risk factors for their transmission. From approximately 1…
13 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20181218181227
Research ArticlePrediction of Live Body Weight for Thalli Sheep Using Chi-Square Automatic Interaction Detector and Multiple Linear Regression: A Comparative Study
Ansar Abbas, Muhammad Aman Ullah, Abdul Waheed, Muhammad Asif
The aim of the present study was to compare the predictive performances of Chi-square automatic interaction detector (CHAID) and multiple linear regression (MLR) implemented in the prediction of live body weight (BW) from several body measurements such as with…
10 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210126080128
Research ArticleImprovement in Body Composition and Blood Parameters of Catla catla Fingerlings by Supplementing Rapeseed Meal Based Diet with Probiotics
Muhammad Mudassar Shahzad, Hamna Rashid, Syed Makhdoom Hussain, Sana Bashir, Fatima Khalid, Nisar Ahmad
The current experiment was conducted to find the effect of probiotics on haemato-immunity and proximate composition of Catla catla fingerlings fed on rapeseed meal-based diet (RSM). Probiotics enhance the effectiveness of feed utilization, compete against path…
7 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211011061010
Research ArticleBioinformatic Analysis of the Possible Mechanism of TOP2A Expression in the Development of Liver Cancer
Man Wang, Fengmei Yang
The expression and significance of topoisomerase IIA in liver hepatocelluar carcinoma (LIHC) were analyzed to explore the possible mechanism of topoisomerase IIA in the development of liver cancer based on bioinformatics analysis. GEPIA, UALCAN, cbioportal and…
7 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211015171027- Research Article
Effect of Chitosan Edible Coating on the Physico-Chemical and Sensory Characteristics of Stored Mori Fillet (Cirrhinus mrigala)
Hira Jabbin, Muhammad Arshad, Naunain Mehmood, Wardah Hassan, Syed Zakir Hussain Shah, Farzana Siddique
The fish meat is highly perishable. So, it is necessary to seek viable alternatives that help to preserve meat freshness and quality and to increase its shelf life. One of these alternatives is the chitosan which is natural preservative having antimicrobial pr…
7 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190519170504 
Research ArticleRelative Abundance of Mammalian Fauna of Chitral Gol National Park, Pakistan
Muhammad Younis, Sami Ullah, Fathul Bari, Muhammad Asif, Muhammad Ilyas, Mahvish Rauf et al.
Chitral Gol National Park (CGNP) harbors a large number of mammals. However, population size, estimated density or any other ecological parameter is not available for those species except annual census counts for markhor Capra falconeri. Management and conserv…
2 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190524060510
Research ArticleCloning, Sequence Analysis, and Tissue Expression of the KITL Gene in Goat (Capra hircus)
Jie Li, Gaofu Wang, Xiaoyan Sun, Lin Fu, Peng Zhou, Hangxing Ren
Kit-ligand (KITL) plays a crucial role in skin melanocyte development and maintenance. However, the KITL function and its influence on Youzhou dark goat skin pigmentation remains unclear. The present study cloned goat KITL gene sequence, predicted the ph…
2 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190801030838
Research ArticleSeroprevalence of Avian Influenza Viruses in Asymptomatic Backyard Poultry Birds in District Multan, Pakistan
Muhammad Tariq Navid, Mian Muhammad Awais, Muhammad Irfan Anwar, Masood Akhtar
Avian influenza viruses (AIVs) are the serious health concern throughout the globe and induce heavy economic losses in poultry industry. In the rural settings, the domestic birds are neglected for avian influenza (AI) vaccination while they are directly connec…
2 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210803050841
Research ArticleEffect of Cajanus cajan (L.) Supplementation on Growth, Nutrient Digestibility and Biochemical Indices of Giant Rat (Cricetomys gambianus Waterhouse, 1840)
Ekechukwu Esther, Ohanu Chinenye, Ossai Nelson, Elijah Okwuonu, Hinmikaiye Funmilayo, Ngene Innocent et al.
The effects of Cajanus cajan on growth, nutrient digestibility and biochemical indices of 54 Giant rats were studied for 42 days department of zoology laboratory of University of Nigeria, Nsukka. The rats were divided randomly into six groups of 0%, 10%, 20%,…
27 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20170521140517
Research ArticleToxicity of Imidacloprid Administered Alone and in Combination with Heavy Metal Lead on Silkworm, Bombyx mori (Lepidoptera: Bombycidae)
Sehrish Akram, Abida Butt, Shakil Ahmad Khan
In this study, we evaluated the single and joint toxicities of insecticide imidacloprid (commercial formulation and technical grade) and heavy metal lead (Pb) against 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th instars of silkworm. For treatment, leaf-dipping method was used and to…
24 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210623070602
Research ArticleRelationship Between GHRL Gene Polymorphisms and Growth Traits in Pigs
Xin Xing Dong, Gai Cui Bai, Ming Li Li, Guo Xiang Lan, Da Wei Yan, Xiao Yi Wang et al.
Ghrelin (GHRL) is a gastric endocrine hormone, which has biological functions of regulation of appetite, body weight, gastrointestinal motility and growth hormone secretion. The aim of this study was to investigate the novel single nucleotide polymorphisms (SN…
22 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20191022081026
Research ArticleSOX9 Promotes Hepatocellular Carcinoma Progression through Targeted Regulation of HSPA1B
Jiangbo Shao, Donglai Zhu, Shengqiang Zou, Guohong Ge, Ju Huang
Recent studies have demonstrated that SOX9 was highly expressed and played critical roles in increasing cancer stem cell expansion as well as decreasing sensitivity to the sorafenib therapy in hepatocellular carcinoma. In this study, the potential functions an…
22 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210914160920
Research ArticleMicrosatellite and Skull Morphology Analysis of Tupaia belangeri chinensis in Yunnan Province
Yue Ren, Ting Jia, Hao Zhang, Zhengkun Wang, Wanlong Zhu
Chinese tree shrew (Tupaia belangeri chinensis) is an experimental animal with a close affinity to primates. A lot of genetic marker selections and physiological adaptation studies of T. belangeri chinensis have been reported in detail. But genetic diversity a…
19 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210924080925
Research ArticleThe Effect of Environmental Factors on Testicular and Body Measurements of Norduz Lambs
Hasan Çelikyürek
The objective of this study is to determine the effects of certain environmental factors on the testicular size and body size of male Norduz lambs. In the study, testicular diameter, testicular length, scrotal length, and scrotal circumference were determined…
19 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200623080607
Research ArticleBiochemical and Histopathological Effects of Repeated Low Oral Doses of Malathion, Metalaxyl and Cymoxanil on Different Tissues of Rats
Ahmed H. Massoud, Mohamed S. Ahmed, Moustafa Saad-Allah, Aly S. Derbalah, Ashraf Albrakati, Ehab Kotb Elmahallawy
Most of the pesticides can be used with little risk if label directions were followed, while some are extremely toxic and require special precautions. This study aimed to determine the patho-biochemical toxicity of short-term exposure to repeated low oral dose…
14 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210518100521- Research Article
Haptoglobin and Amyloid A Levels in Milk of Clinical and Subclinical Mastitic Cows in Turkey
Nurdan Urvaylioglu, Ogunc Meral, Serkan Sayiner, Ulvi Reha Fidanci, Arif Altintas
Mastitis is one of the most common diseases in dairy cows and causes significant economic losses globally. We aimed to investigate whether haptoglobin (Hp) and amyloid A levels in milk may be an alternative method for diagnosing subclinical mastitis (SM) in da…
14 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210616100638 - Short Communication
Effect of Congrong Tusi Pill on Ovarian Artery Blood Flow and Sex Hormones in Adjuvant Treatment of Ovarian Function Decline
Jianmin Liu, Jiancheng Zhang, Peijuan Wang, Moslem Lari Najafi
The present study was aimed to investigate the effect of new addition congrong tusi pill on ovarian artery blood flow and sex hormones in the adjuvant treatment of ovarian function decline. Ninety patients with ovarian function decline were randomly divided in…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210108180158 
Research ArticleWinter Habitat Use of Sichuan Sika Deer Cervus nippon sichuanicus in the Tiebu Sika Deer Nature Reserve
Cheng Zhao, Qin Shi, Gen Yang, Youyuan Tan, Songwen Tan, Jiahong Li et al.
Sichuan sika deer Cervus nippon sichuanicus is a threatened subspecies of sika deer. Winter is the critical season affecting the survival of Sichuan sika deer. To get strategic information about the relationship between Sichuan sika deer and the environment in…
7 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210716080715
Research ArticleA Novel ECEL1 Variant Associated with a Congenital Contracture Disorder
Humera Manzoor, Norbert Brüggemann, Hafiz Muhammad Jafar Hussain, Tobias Bäumer, Frauke Hinrichs, Muhammad Wajid et al.
A consanguineous Pakistani family with three affected siblings was investigated to determine the genetic diagnosis of an inherited contracture disorder. Whole-exome sequencing was performed for four participants. Variants were filtered based on homozygosity in…
9 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20191118061114
Research ArticleNotes on Acanthaspis quinquespinosa Complex (Hemiptera: Reduviidae: Reduviinae) with Description of a New Species from Pakistan
Syed Ishfaq Ali Shah, Azaz Ahmad, Wanzhi Cai
Acanthaspis Amyot and Serville, 1843, is the second-largest genus within the subfamily Reduviinae. Acanthaspis quinquespinosa (Fabricius, 1781), is a common species in Pakistan. Due to its variable color patterns, its taxonomic distinction from Acanthaspis fla…
22 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210712100720
Research ArticleOsteometric Measurements on Topographic and Morphological Structure of Foramen in Regiones Capitis in Gurcu Goats
Semine Dalga, Kadir Aslan
In this study, the clinically significant foramen and bones comprising the skull in the regiones capitis of Gurcu goats were examined topographically. Twelve adult goat skulls of both sexes (n=6 males and n=6 females) that did not produce fertile offspring wer…
14 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20220130110134- Research Article
Identifying Hybrid Genotypes of Mulberry Silkworm (Bombyx mori) Using Heterosis for Biological and Silk Yielding Traits
Ghulam Ali Bajwa, Zahid Rızwan, Muhammad Atıf Majeed
The Mulberry Silkworm Moth is an important economic and domesticated insect species that needs continuously new genetic combinations to avoid fractioning of genetic diversity and gene erosion. In this study ten bivoltine hybrids were screened by heterosis usin…
19 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211003161009 
Research ArticlePrevalence of Borrelia burgdorferi Sensu Lato in Pet Dogs and Associated Ticks in Pakistan
Muhammad Usman, Aneela Zameer Durrani, Nasir Mehmood, Muhammad Hassan Saleem, Mamoona Chaudhry
Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato is the etiological agent of Lyme disease. We investigated presence of B. burgdorferi s.l. in 600 pet dogs and 391 tick pools using PCR assay and sequencing in the Lahore City Metropolitan Area, Pakistan. Potential association of…
19 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210827160812
Research ArticleSeasonal Diversity and Distribution Patterns of Birds in Agricultural Landscapes of Gujrat, Pakistan
Muhammad Umar, Mubashar Hussain, David C. Lee
Habitat selection in agricultural landscapes by wild bird species shows their adaptability to maximize their opportunities to benefit from landscape crop production. We assessed seasonal patterns in avian diversity and distribution of agroforestry, urban cropl…
22 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200207190214
Research ArticleEvaluation of Cardioprotective Potential of Hydroalcoholic Leaf Extract of Citrullus colocynthis against Doxorubicin Induced Oxidative Stress in Rats
Ashira Manzoor, Imran Ahmad Khan, Muqadas Sadiq, Muhammad Omer Iqbal, Shaukat Hussain Munawar
To evaluate the cardioprotective potential of hydroalcoholic leaf extract of Citrullus colocynthis against doxorubicin-induced myocardial ischemia in rats. Animals were divided into 5-groups each group consisting eight rats. Group-1 was given saline for 2 week…
24 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210715090741
Research ArticleLeptin in Darkbarbel Catfish Pseudobagrus vachellii: Molecular Characterization, Synteny and Phylogeny, Tissue Distribution, and Expression in Response to Different Feeding Status
Zheng-Yong Wen, Chuan-Jie Qin, Bin Li, Rui Li, Xiao-Tao Shi
Leptin is a small peptide secreted by adipocytes and it plays important roles in regulating appetite, energy homeostasis, bodyweight, reproduction and immunity. However, its roles are still limited in teleosts. In the present study, a leptin gene was character…
24 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210722130758
Research ArticleEffects of Temperature, Photoperiod and Food Quantity on Body Mass and Thermogenesis in Apodemus chevrieri
Ting Jia, Dong-Min Hou, Wan-Long Zhu
To investigate the influence of different ecological factors in Apodemus chevrieri during the process of seasonal changing, we designed a three-factor experiment of temperature, photoperiod and food quantity in A. chevrieri in the present study. Animals were d…
2 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211212031259- Research Article
Molecular, Serological and Pathological Detection of Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis Infection in Small Ruminants in Peshawar, Pakistan
Muhammad Izhar ul Haque, Farhan Anwar Khan, Umar Sadique, Hamayun Khan, Zia ur Rehman, Salman Khan et al.
Paratuberculosis (pTB) also known as Johne’s disease (JD), is a chronic infectious disease of animals caused by Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis (MAP). It is also a serious public health concern as MAP is responsible for Crohn’s disease…
2 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20191014071021 
Research ArticleEffect of Fungicide Toxicity on Apoptosis, DNA Damage, and Antioxidant Enzymes in Van Fish
Aslı Çilingir Yeltekin
The extensive use of tebuconazole, an azole group fungicide, causes undesirable toxicity in non-targeted organisms, including fish in aquatic environments. We investigated metabolic responses by observing apoptosis (caspase- 3), DNA damage (8-hydroxy-2-deoxygu…
7 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210806130845
Research ArticleEffect of Some Abiotic Factors on Migration of Sunn Pest (Eurygaster integriceps Put.) (Hemiptera: Scutelleridae) from Aestivation Sites to Overwinteing Sites
Mahmut Islamoglu
Although there are many pests of wheat plants, Sunn pest Eurygaster integriceps Put. (Heteroptera; Scutelleridae) is the most important pest in Turkey and West Asian countries. In our country, it causes important economic losses in wheat with the epidemics it…
9 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20181212191237- Review
Morphological Differentiation Among Donkey Breeds: A Review
Masixole Maswana, Thinawanga Joseph Mugwabana, Thobela Louis Tyasi
The different parts of the world, which have different geographic set ups and climatic conditions have resulted in the creation of different types of donkeys which speak to the characteristics of the different regions. The current state of information on breed…
10 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210607200603 
ReviewPotential of Microalgae as Feed Supplements for Sustainable Aquaculture
Irshad Ahmad
Aquaculture is a fast-growing industry mainly depends on the key feedstuffs, fishmeal (FM) and fish oil (FO) that will be limited with the passage of time due to the insubstantial resources available for wild fish harvesting. Therefore, other sources of feedst…
13 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20220224180218- Short Communication
Curative Effect of Glucocorticoid Combined with Respiratory Stimulant on AECOPD Patients
Mingqing Wang, Xiaojuan Chen
As there is a high rate of the treatment failure in patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) and many studies have tried to specify an effective treatment. Objective of this study was to observe and analyze the therape…
13 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210101070147 
Short CommunicationSerologic Evidence of Bovine Herpes Virus-1 in Cattle and Buffalo Population of Punjab, Pakistan
Aqsa Batool, Masood Rabbani, Farhat Nazir Awan, Sohail Raza, Sehrish Firyal, Shahan Azeem
Bovine herpesvirus 1 (BoHV-1) is an emerging disease responsible for high production losses in the dairy animals. A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the seroprevalence of BoHV-1 in and associated risk factors with disease prevalence in various…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20220114060140
Research ArticleBiological Characterization and Pluripotent Identification of Cartilage Stem/Progenitor from Peking Duck
Xibin Liu, Weijun Guan, Dong Zheng
A group of cells in cartilage tissue with stem cell characteristics may be ideal seed cells for cartilage defect repair. In previous studies, stem/progenitor cells from articular cartilage have been isolated and identified in humans, horses, and bovines, but r…
24 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20201222071255
Research ArticleEye Color Frequency and IrisPlex Validation in Pakhtun Population Living in Shangla Valley, Pakistan
Murad Ali Rahat, Muhammad Israr, Hakim Khan, Ishtiaq Hassan, Mohammad Islam, Muzafar Shah
DNA Intelligence is relatively new concept which relies on providing phenotypic information about unknown individuals when traditional DNA profiling is not informative. The system aids in forensic investigation by probabilistic prediction of eye, hair, skin co…
2 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190602080610- Short Communication
Factors Affecting Foaming Properties of Milk in Cappuccino Coffee
Jie Wu, Xiang-long Lu, Wen-dan Wang, Tian-you Wu, Xing-yi Zhang, Yan-jing Su
The objective of this study was to compare milk protein, amino acid and free fatty acid content among two kinds of milk with different foaming properties, used in coffee. For the milk protein, a significant difference between milk types was found in β-lac…
14 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190604060640 
Research ArticleEffects of Supplemental Feeding of Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) Seed on Milk Yield, Composition, Sensory Properties and Some Blood Parameters in Lactating Goats
Hayrettin Çayiroglu, Füsun Coskun, Hüseyin Çayan, Ayse Gül Filik, Ahmet Sahin
The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of supplemental feeding of fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) seed on milk yield, composition and some blood parameters in lactating goats. In this study, ten lactating goats in the second lactation we…
27 Oct 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210817140841
Research ArticleEffect of Dietary Inclusion of Soybean Hull on Production Performance and Nutrient Digestibility During Peak Egg Production Period with Different Phases in Laying Hens
Muhammad Shuaib, Abdul Hafeez, Naila Chand, Muhammad Tahir
The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of soybean hull in the diet of laying hens on the production performance and nutrient digestibility during peak egg production period with different phases (phase-1=week 29 to 32, phase-2=week 33 to 36…
10 Nov 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20211105091115