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EFFECT OF RICE STRAW BURNING EXPOSURE ON HEMATOLOGICAL PARAMETERS OF ALBINO RAT AND ITS AMELIORATION WITH HONEY SUPPLEMENTATION

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Sonam Yadav, P.K. Singh and Harendra Nath Sharma
ยป doi: 10.33472/AFJBS.6.5.2024. 8361-8371

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Hematological parameters in albino rats, like in most mammals, provide crucial insights into their overall health and physiological status. These parameters include Total Erythrocyte Count (TEC) count, Total Leucocyte Count (TLC) count, Hemoglobin concentration, packed cell volume (PCV). In albino rats, these parameters may vary slightly from those of pigmented rats due to genetic differences. Understanding these parameters in albino rats is essential for biomedical research, as they serve as indicators of various physiological processes, including oxygen transport, immune function, and overall hematopoietic health. Accurate measurement and interpretation of these parameters are fundamental in assessing the impact of experimental treatments or genetic modifications on hematological function in albino rat models. Rice straw burning, a common agricultural practice in many parts of the world, poses significant environmental and health hazards. Furthermore, the practice of burning rice straw depletes soil nutrients and contributes to soil degradation, impacting agricultural productivity and sustainability in the long run. Effective alternatives to rice straw burning, such as incorporating straw into the soil or using it for bioenergy production, are essential for mitigating these harmful effects and promoting environmental and human health. Honey, a natural substance produced by bees from flower nectar, has been recognized for its diverse therapeutic properties, including its hematoprotective effects. Research suggests that honey contains various bioactive compounds such as antioxidants, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and enzymes, which contribute to its hematoprotective properties. These compounds scavenge free radicals and reduce oxidative stress, thereby protecting blood cells, including red blood cells (RBCs) and white blood cells (WBCs), from damage caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS). Honey has also been found to stimulate hematopoiesis, the process of blood cell formation, by promoting the proliferation and differentiation of hematopoietic stem cells in the bone marrow. The present study states that honey has potent hematoprotective effect in rice straw smoke

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