ABOUT THE JOURNAL
The African Journal of Laboratory Medicine focuses on the role of the laboratory and its professionals in the clinical and public healthcare sectors, and is specifically based on an African frame of reference. View our Editorial Team.

 

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Original Research

 
In silico and in vitro validation of a duplex polymerase chain reaction assay for detecting Cronobacter sakazakii in powdered infant milk  
Danielle Martin, Rispah Chomba, Tshegofatso Pelego, Sanelisiwe T. Duze
30 November 2025

Original Research

 
Diagnostic adequacy of adult bone marrow biopsies in Malawi: A retrospective cohort study  
Edwards Kasonkanji, Tarsizious Chikaonda, Luke Eastburg, Maurice Mulenga, Tamiwe Tomoka, Yuri Fedoriw, Matthew Painschab, Amy Brownlee
30 November 2025

Original Research

 
A retrospective analysis of uropathogens isolated and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns at a regional hospital in North West province, South Africa  
Miguel J. Teixeira, Vian Pretorius, Robert C.J.G. Hunt, Sanam Morar, Jamie L. Colloty, Caleb M. Radebe, Rajen Morar
30 November 2025

Original Research

 
Oxidative stress in acne vulgaris of varying severities in India  
Astha Goyal, Sanjiv K. Bansal, Shikhar Ganjoo
29 November 2025

Opinion Paper

 
A comparative framework for regulatory oversight in Malawi’s medical laboratory professionals: Lessons from Kenya and Nigeria  
Elias Chipofya
29 November 2025

Original Research

 
Genetic copy number variation of TLR7, T-bet, IL12B, and FcγRIIIB in Egyptian ankylosing spondylitis patients  
Nora M. Said, Enas M. Mekkawy, Dina Said, Dina G. Abdelhamed, Alia A. El Shahawy, Eman A. Abdelaziz, Fatma Z. Kamel, Alshymaa A. Ahmed
29 November 2025

Editorial

 
Point-of-care testing and environmental sustainability: Balancing patient care and planetary health  
Adetoun Ejilemele
25 November 2025

Reviewer Acknowledgement

 
Aknowledgement to reviewers  
Editorial Office
30 October 2025

Original Research

 
Erythrocyte glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency-induced anaemia in children in Jos, North-Central Nigeria  
Justine D. Niandat, Caroline A. Okoli
14 October 2025

Original Research

 
Knowledge, competence, experience of healthcare practitioners using glucometers for patient care in Nigeria  
Salisu B. Muazu, Hauwa Bako, Ahmad M. Bello, John N. Onuche, Faruk Salami, Abimbola O. Abioye, Zainab I. Nadabo, Richard J. Banya, Eni-yimini S. Agoro, Saheed A. Adekola
07 October 2025
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 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Notification: Holiday Notice: Platform Remains Accessible

 
The AOSIS offices will be closed for the Republic of South Africa’s holiday season from 19 December 2025 and will reopen on 06 January 2026 at 08:00 AM Central Africa Time. The journal platform will remain accessible at all times, allowing you to submit your manuscript and provide any required input during the review stage (e.g., submitting your review or revisions) or finalisation stage (e.g., copyediting, proofreading). For urgent matters during this period, please contact the AOSIS Contact Centre. Please note that response times may be slightly delayed during the holiday period due to reduced staffing. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with you this year. Wishing you a joyful end to 2025 and a fresh start to 2026.  
Posted: 2025-12-01

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Posted: 2025-11-26

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Posted: 2025-11-07

Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy

 

Starting in November 2025, AOSIS will begin using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) authorship contribution statements for all new submissions and acceptances. Published articles reflecting CRediT statements will appear from 2026. Guidance is available under the Author Guidelines: Formatting Requirements, and all contributions should be disclosed in the Authorship, Disclosure Statements, Copyright, and License Agreement Form (Cover Letter) at submission or the Authorship Change Request Form. Following these guidelines ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in the publication process.

 
Posted: 2025-11-05

Notification: Thank You, Volume 14 Reviewers!

 
We would like to recognize and thank the reviewers who helped ensure the high quality of the research published in Volume 14 of African Journal of Laboratory Medicine. Your contributions are invaluable! Your hard work not only improves the quality of the journal but also enriches the broader field of research. We hope to continue working with you in future volumes.  
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