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Vitamin E is the major lipid-soluble component in the cell antioxidant defence system and is exclusively obtained from the diet. It has numerous important roles within the body because of its antioxidant activity. Oxidation has been linked to numerous possible conditions and diseases, including cancer, ageing, arthritis and cataracts; vitamin E has been shown to be effective against these. Platelet hyperaggregation, which can lead to atherosclerosis, may also be prevented by vitamin E; additionally, it also helps to reduce the production of prostaglandins such as thromboxane, which cause platelet clumping. The current literature review discusses the functions and roles of vitamin E in human health and some diseases as well as the consequences of vitamin E deficiency. The main focus of the review is on the tocopherol class of the vitamers
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To observe the homicidal cases in Karachi in relation to its different districts and weapon used during the act of homicide. Descriptive case study. It is a retrospective study of 6 years from 1996-2001. Data is collected from all districts of Karachi and then analyzed. Total cases of 3700 were reported in all districts of Karachi during 1996-2001.Variation during these 6 years and distribution of cases in different districts of Karachi were observed and analyzed. During 1997 and 1998 a sharp rise in homicidal cases was recorded in all the districts of Karachi. On analysis of our data it is noted that there is a rise in homicidal rate in all districts of Karachi during the year 1997 and 1998. District East had highest homicidal rate during 6 years 164/yr. District Malir has lowest homicidal rate during 6years 80/yr. Use of Firearms was highest in District East 91%. Use of Firearms was lowest in District Central 70%