Abstract: Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) remains a major public health concern particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This study evaluated the haematological and histological effects of Justicia carnea-enriched zobo drink (Hibiscus sabdariffa) on phenylhydrazine-induced anaemia in male albino rats. Six blend ratios (A: 100% zobo; B: 63% zobo/37% J. carnea; C: 58/42%; D: 55/45%; E: 42/58%; F: 46/54%) were formulated using the Pearson Square method. The proximate composition, physicochemical properties, mineral content, iron bio-accessibility, sensory characteristics, serum mineral levels, haematological parameters, lipid profiles, and organ histopathology (liver, kidney, stomach) were determined.........
Keywords: Justicia carnea, zobo drink, iron deficiency anaemia, haematology, histopathology
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