Abstract:
Objective To investigate the protective activity of Siwu Decoction against acute radiation injury.
Methods The population of peripheral white blood cells(WBCs) and bone marrow nucleated cells, as well as the 30 d survival rate of mice were studied in accordance with the China Food and Drug Administration regulation on anti-radiation health food.
Results Compared with the control group, mice treated with Siwu Decoction showed significantly increased peripheral WBCs, red blood cells, hemoglobin, platelets, and bone marrow nucleated cells. The 30 d survival rate increased in all administration groups of mice.
Conclusion Siwu Decoction extract at recommended dose exerts protective activity against radiation injury.