Correlation of Mizāj with Blood Parameters: A Retrospective Study

Background: In the Unani system of medicine, Mizāj (temperament) is considered a fundamental determinant of individual health, disease predisposition, and response to treatment. Traditionally assessed through qualitative parameters, recent efforts aim to explore scientific correlations between Mizāj and measurable physiological indices. Objective: The present study was conducted to investigate the correlation between Mizāj and selected haematological parameters in healthy individuals. Methods: An observational study was conducted in the Department of Ilmul Amraz, Ajmal Khan Tibbiya College, AMU, Aligarh in 2023. Twenty healthy volunteers aged 25–35 years, with no history of medication, smoking, alcoholism, or drug addiction, were enrolled. Mizāj assessment was carried out using the classical method of Ajnās ‘Ashara. Blood samples were analyzed for haemoglobin percentage, red blood cell (RBC) count, total leucocyte count (TLC), and platelet (Plt.) count using a haematology analyzer. Data were statistically analyzed using GraphPad Instat and Microsoft Excel. Results: The participants were categorized into various Mizāj types, including Ḥārr Yābis, Ḥārr Raṭb, Ḥārr, Bārid Yābis, and Bārid Raṭb. Although no statistically significant correlations were observed between Mizāj or Kayfiyāt and haematological parameters, some trends were noted, such as relatively higher haemoglobin levels in individuals with Bārid Mizāj and lower levels in those with Yābis Mizāj. Conclusion: This preliminary study suggests that Mizāj may subtly influence haematological parameters. However, more extensive and more comprehensive studies are required to establish statistically significant correlations. Scientific validation of Mizāj through objective parameters can enhance diagnostic accuracy in the Unani system of medicine.