The influence of African Herbal Formula on the haematological parameters of trypanosome infected rats

Abstract

A herbal mixture of herbs code named African Herbal Formula (AFH) influenced the state of anaemia 
in trypanosome infected rats. Observations showed that the formula has an effect on the 
haemopoietic system manifested by a positive increase in the levels of haemoglobin, packed cell 
volume and red blood cell while the white blood cell and lymphocyte levels were decreased. AHF also 
delayed the proliferation of the parasites and improved the level of the characteristic weight loss 
associated with trypanosomiasis.