Table 5.
Effect of T. macroptera on biochemical parameters, such as ALT, AST, and protein.
| Group and doses | ALT (serum) | AST (serum) | Protein (liver) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 mg/kg | 18.07 ± 2.329a | 38.41 ± 3.201c | 92.08 ± 7.683b |
| 250 mg/kg | 18.09 ± 0.6305a | 31.53 ± 3.875c | 108.7 ± 5.142a |
| 500 mg/kg | 29.10 ± 7.345a | 53.51 ± 10.25a | 123.9 ± 7.920a |
| CQ 5 mg/kg | 4.591 ± 2.349b | 40.16 ± 1.268c | 103.1 ± 25.74a |
| 1% DMSO | 53.98 ± 1.310b | 73.78 ± 3.575a | 132.7 ± 20.39b |
| Normal control | 20.82 ± 5.328a | 58.78 ± 7.275a | 88.95 ± 3.487a |
Values are given as mean ± SD (n = 3). a,b,cValues carrying the same superscript letter are not significantly different at p < 0.05. ALT: alanine aminotransferase; AST: aspartate aminotransferase.