Perspectives In Medical Research (Dec 2018)
Role of Red Cell Indices, family history of Diabetes Mellitus and daily exercise influence on Academic performance of Undergraduate Medical students
Abstract
Aims and Objectives: Our study is aimed at analyzing the influence of Red Cells Indices (RCI), Family history of Diabetes Mellitus(DM) and daily exercise on academic performance of undergraduate medical (UG) students. Materials and Methods: A cross sectional study approved by Institutional Ethical committee done in 100 UG medical students. 3 ml venous blood was collected and the values of Red Cell Indices were recorded. A questionnaire was given to all subjects with questions on family history of DM, involvement in physical activities and academic scores. Results: Of 100 UG medical students, abnormal RCI was seen in 29.40% of girls and 2.04% of boys. Students who are involved in daily exercise (73.68%) were found good in academics. 72.07% of anemic girls are with below average academic performance. Conclusion: Academic performance of UG medical students is positively influenced when RCI are normal, Family history of DM is absent and daily exercise is performed.
