School of Biosecurity, Biotechnolgy and Laboratory Sciences (SBLS): Recent submissions
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Evaluating of the effect of selected semen extenders on Ankole Longhorn bull semen under selected storage conditions
(Makerere University, 2023)The use of high-quality semen for breed improvement and conservation has prompted extensive research to develop new extenders for preserving semen of different livestock breeds. Ankole longhorn cattle is a culturally ... -
Validation of the Oxford Nanopore (MinION) sequencing platform for identification of HIV-1 transmitted founder viruses
(Makerere University, 2023)Quick identification and characterization of HIV-1 Transmitted/founder (TF) viruses is critical for guiding HIV-1 TF based prevention, and eradication strategies. Therefore, a high throughput sequencing platform is needed ... -
Seroprevalence of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) and its relationship with sources of goats in Terego & Madi Okollo Districts
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Rift Valley Fever (RVF) has caused considerable economic losses in ruminants through abortions and high neonatal mortality. Due to lack of information on the origin of RVF infection in several districts in Uganda, a ... -
Antimicrobial resistance surveillance: a case study of escherichia coli isolates from selected chicken farms in Masaka City, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The increasing field reports of apparent antimicrobial resistance and resulting treatment failures in poultry farms, that were not supported by scientific evidence was the impetus for this study on chicken farms in Masaka ... -
Investigation of bacterial prevalence, antimicrobial resistance patterns and associated factors in skin and soft-tissue infections at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital: A retrospective study from 2019-2021
(Makerere University, 2023)Skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) are commonly encountered cases of hospital-acquired infections. Some aetiologic agents exhibit antimicrobial resistance rendering treatment of skin and soft tissue infections ... -
The role of Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli in the etiology of piglet diarrhea in Kayunga and Mityana Districts of Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Pig production in Uganda is highly constrained by rampant piglet mortalities with diarrhea being a key feature. The present study was conducted to determine possible involvement of Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli as agents ... -
Determination of SARS-COV-2 CD4 and CD8 T Cell responses prior to COVID-19 Pandemic among Ugandan adults
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The Coronavirus disease-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, became a public health concern in 2020. The distribution of COVID-19 deaths and infections has been skewed. Compared to sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), the Western world accounts ... -
Molecular characterisation of carbapenem resistant acinetobacter baumannii clinical isolates from Mulago Hospital Orthopaedic Ward
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Acinetobacter baumannii is an opportunistic nosocomial pathogen that causes various infections in patients. Due to the rapid development of antibiotic resistance, Acinetobacter baumannii has emerged as carbapenem-resistant ... -
Prevalence of Suspected Lesions for Bovine Tuberculosis (2019- 2021), and Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Cattle Keepers and Abattoir Workers towards Bovine Tuberculosis in Wau Western Bahr El Ghazal State, South Sudan
(Makerere University, 2023-12-05)Bovine tuberculosis (BTB) is an infectious zoonotic and chronic bacterial disease reported widely in cattle and other animal species globally. The prevalence of BTB is known to be highest in developing countries, especially ... -
Leptospira seroprevalence and associated risk factors among cattle in Bor County South Sudan
(Makerere University, 2023-12-03)Leptospirosis is a bacterial zoonotic disease that is distributed globally. There is limited data on the occurrence of the disease in South Sudan. This cross-sectional study investigated the seroprevalence of Leptospira ... -
Investigation of the virulence markers and drivers enabling Escherichia Coli to cause neonatal and postweaning piglet diarrhea in Mukono and Masaka Districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Piggery production is highly constrained by diseases with diarrhea in piglets being a major condition resulting in economic losses and piglet mortalities to smallholder farmers in Uganda. This cross-sectional study was ... -
Prevalence and patterns HIV-1 drug resistance among patients experiencing persistent low-level viremia on first-line antiretroviral therapy in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11-27)The emergence of HIV-1 drug resistance during the course of antiretroviral therapy limits the success of treatment programs. Evidence has shown that HIV infected people experiencing periods of persistent low-level viremia ... -
Prevalence of SARS CoV-2 and its Predisposing Factors Among Incoming Travelers at Entebbe International Airport, Uganda: A Retrospective Study
(Makerere University, 2023-11-20)The testing for SARS CoV-2 infections at points of entry has been a key strategy to control COVID-19 from entering countries. In order to determine the prevalence of SARS CoV-2 and its predisposing factors among travelers ... -
Prevalence of cryptosporidium oocysts, C.meleagridis and the predisposing factors among layer chicken in Kira municipality Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Cryptosporidium is an opportunistic parasite that affect a wide range of animal species including poultry and some species of the parasite are potentially zoonotic. Cryptosporidiosis has been reported in several avian spp. ... -
A cross-sectional study of paratuberculosis in cattle from selected districts of Western Uganda and analysis of potential virulence of selected strains
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Paratuberculosis (Johne’s Disease) caused by Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis (MAP) is a devastating disease in many animals but most especially dairy cattle with serious economic losses in production. The disease ... -
Prevalence and predisposing factors of selected tick-borne diseases of cattle in Masaka District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Tick-borne diseases (TBDs) are of great importance worldwide with a lot of impact on livestock production since they cause estimated annual losses of USD 13.9-18.7 billion. TBDs affect over 80% of cattle population worldwide ... -
Challenges causing laboratory non-conformances affecting implementation of quality management systems towards accreditation in Teso Sub-Region, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Uganda has made significant progress in implementing quality management systems (QMS) in clinical laboratories, resulting in 38 accredited facilities. Despite these advancements, challenges persist, impeding the attainment ... -
Carbapenem resistance genes in campylobacter coli and campylobacter jejuni isolated from chickens, and diarrheal children aged less than five years in Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Campylobacter is one of the leading causes of food-borne diseases in humans worldwide. Like other zoonotic bacteria, Campylobacter has the potential to act as reservoirs and vehicles for the transmission of antimicrobial ... -
Powerplex® fusion (5c) 21 autosomal Short Tandem Repeat (STR) allele frequencies database and its forensic statistics for the Ugandan population
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Whereas STR allele frequencies database are used in human DNA relationship testing for accurate calculation of probability of identity, there is no published autosomal STR allele frequencies data based on the higher ... -
Spatial distribution of pulmonary tuberculosis patients with delays to seeking evaluation in five referral hospitals of Uganda and the associated predictors.
(Makerere University, 2021-11)Background: Decreasing tuberculosis (TB) transmission requires interventions targeting communities with greatest need. Understanding spatial distribution and predictors of pulmonary TB patient’s (PTB) delays seeking ...