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Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science

Hammer Head Production Limited · Nigeria · Est. 2021

ISSN2536-7153
DOAJOpen Access
52
/ 100
Established
PubScope credibility score from verifiable indexing & ethics signals
Score Breakdown
DOAJ-listed52
Total52
H-Indexi
4
Total Worksi
385
Total Citationsi
154
2yr Mean Citednessi
0.19
Open Impact Factor alternative

Aims & Scope

About the Journal Aims and scope Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science (SJMLS) represent a unique opportunity for accelerated interdisciplinary exchange of thought-provoking commentary, responsibly conducted research, case reports and review of literature of reliable information on the current discoveries and developments in the field of Medical Laboratory Science. The Journal is published quarterly and advocates for adherence to the codes regarding accuracy, transparency and honesty in all scientific communications. Commitment to provide high quality work and speed is our philosophy. This fast review process is useful for faster dissemination of knowledge. Publisher Hammer Head Production Limited 13/14 Gwari/Arochukwu Road Kaduna, Nigeria on behalf of the School of Medical Laboratory Science, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, Sokoto, Nigeria Sources of Support Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto Article processing fees Sale of Hard Copies Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) Peer Review Review of Article Our team of reviewers are sourced from among volunteer experts in the various fields of Medical Laboratory Sciences from Universities and Institution both within Nigeria and internationally across the globe. Initial Manuscript Evaluation Once an article is submitted, the Editors-in-Chief initially evaluates the article for relevance to the scope of the journal and originality to ensure that article constitutes a significant addition to scientific knowledge on the subject. Articles outside the scope of the journal with significant scientific flaws are rejected before being sent to review. Those that meet the minimum criteria are assigned to two peer reviewers from the journal’s team of reviewers with expertise in the subject matter. This is part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity. All submitted manuscripts are checked for originality, and any detected instances of plagiarism or improper citation will be thoroughly

General Information

Country / RegionNigeria
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published2021
FrequencyQuarterly
StatusActive (last: 2025)
Total Publications385
Publisher OrgAfrican Journals OnLine
OA Since2015
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Submission Info

APC CostNGN 20,000
Peer ReviewPeer review
Review Time
Acceptance Rate
OA LicenseCC BY
OA Rate

Ethics & Quality

COPE Member✗ No
OASPA Member✗ No
Not on Predatory Lists✓ Yes

Think.Check.Submit Compliance

9/12 · 75%
Do you know the journal / publisher?
Hammer Head Production Limited
Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
Is the ISSN verified?
2536-7153
Indexed in a trusted database?
DOAJ
Peer review process documented?
Peer review
Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
APC fees clearly disclosed?
NGN 20,000
Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
Long-term digital preservation?
N/A
Plagiarism detection in place?
N/A
Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
Primary language documented?
English

Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.

Publication & Citation Trend

Articles published
Citations received
15
16
2021
52
60
2022
49
34
2023
101
46
2024
168
21
2025

Source: OpenAlex · Each year’s green bar = citations earned by that year’s papers, counted to date — so recent years look lower simply because their papers haven’t had time to be cited yet.

Subject Classification

Research Topics (OpenAlex)

Diverse Scientific Research StudiesNatural Antidiabetic Agents StudiesDrug-Induced Hepatotoxicity and ProtectionHepatitis B Virus StudiesLiver Disease Diagnosis and TreatmentMalaria Research and ControlHemoglobinopathies and Related DisordersTuberculosis Research and EpidemiologyBlood groups and transfusionBlood donation and transfusion practices

Frequently asked questions about Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science

Is Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science a predatory journal?

PubScope has no integrity flags on record for Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science: it is indexed in DOAJ, and is not on DOAJ's withdrawn list. Its PubScope Trust Score is 52/100. Indexing is a transparency signal, not a guarantee — always confirm fit and policies before submitting.

What is the impact factor of Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science?

Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science is not in the Web of Science Core Collection, so it has no official Clarivate Journal Impact Factor. Its open 2-year mean citedness is 0.19.

Is Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science indexed in Scopus and Web of Science?

Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science is indexed in DOAJ.

What is the aims and scope of Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science?

About the Journal Aims and scope Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science (SJMLS) represent a unique opportunity for accelerated interdisciplinary exchange of thought-provoking commentary, responsibly conducted research, case reports and review of literature of reliable information on the current discoveries and developments in the field of Medical Laboratory Science. The Journal is published quarterly and advocates for adherence to the codes regarding accuracy, transparency and honesty in all scientific communications. Commitment to provide high quality work and speed is our philosophy. T

How much does it cost to publish in Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science?

Sokoto Journal of Medical Laboratory Science charges an article processing charge (APC) of about NGN 20,000 for open-access publication.

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Data updated: 2026-05-26 · Sources: SJR, DOAJ, OpenAlex, WoS, Crossref