Effect of Gelam Honey on Renal Morphology of Sprague Dawley Rats

Abstract

The glomerulus, a unique collection of capillaries that are not bordered by interstitial tissue, are all confined within the Bowman's capsule. The renal tubules such as proximal convoluted tubule (PCT) is easily affected by what we consume as they function to filter and reabsorb remaining nutrients into the body. Gelam honey is rich with several therapeutic properties such as antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents. It has been identified to lessen oxidative damage. This study aims to determine the effect of different doses of Gelam honey on glomeruli morphology and proximal convoluted tubule morphology in rats.