Differentiation between wild type and heterozygous albino ball pythons (Python regius) by PCR and qPCR.

Python regius or ball pythons are the famous exotic pets because of their beautiful color and pattern. The albino ball python is one type of ball python, but it is very difficult to determine the difference of phenotype between wildtype and heterozygous genotype of albino (het albino). In this study, PCR and qPCR can distinguish between wildtype and het albino.

Comparison of Time Course Detection of Human Male DNA from Blood Stains on Various Objects on Surface in a Natural Environment and in a Laboratory Using Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP).

In forensic study, the biological evidence can easily degrade, especially DNA. Degraded and environmentally challenged samples can produce numerous problems in forensic DNA analysis including loss of band product. Loop-mediated isothermal amplification or LAMP is one of the DNA analysis techniques used in forensic study.

A Comparison of Four Molecular Methods for Detection of Aflatoxin-Producing in Peanut and Dried Shrimp Samples Collected from Local Markets around Pathum Thani Province, Thailand.

is an aflatoxin-producing fungus which is poisonous to humans and animals when consumed. Detecting the fungus can help to prevent this danger. The four molecular methods, namely, conventional isothermal amplification (LAMP), PCR, quantitative LAMP (qLAMP), and qPCR, were compared to determine their efficiency for detection.

Interleukin-8 in Hyperlipidemia and Coronary Heart Disease in Thai Patients Taking Statin Cholesterol-Lowering Medication While Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Treatment.

The role of interleukin-8 (IL-8), a pivotal chemokine in atherogenesis and coronary heart disease (CHD) development, is diverse and remains unclear. This cross-sectional study investigates the association of the IL-8 expression in hyperlipidemia (H) and CHD patients who have been treated with statin cholesterol-lowering drugs while undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting treatment. Fifty-five Thai volunteers including 13 normal (N), 24 H, and 18 CHD patients were enrolled for the investigation.

The role of the BAFF/APRIL system in the T cell-independent specific response to blood stage Plasmodium falciparum hemozoin.

Background: The B cell activating factor (BAFF) and a proliferation-inducing ligand (APRIL) are tumor necrosis factor family members that regulate B cell maturation, proliferation, survival and function. We have previously shown that blood-stage Plasmodium falciparum hemozoin (HZ) can act as a T-independent antigen (TI Ag) that induces the production of specific IgG to soluble crude P. falciparum Ag through the BAFF pathway.