abstract：:Cadmium (Cd) is an environmental toxicant and an inflammation-related xenobiotic. Selenium (Se) is a well-known nutritional trace element and a potent chemopreventive agent. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of Se on the cytotoxicity of Cd in bird immunocytes in vitro. Chicken splenic lymphocytes expos...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Liu S,Xu F,Fu J,Li S

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exposure of people and animals to arsenic (As) is a global public health concern because As is widely distributed and associated with numerous adverse effects. As is a poisonous metalloid and arsenic trioxide (As2O3) is a form of As. Thus far, there have been very few reports on the inflammatory factor alterations of ...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Xing M,Zhao P,Guo G,Guo Y,Zhang K,Tian L,He Y,Chai H,Zhang W

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of present study was to compare the level of manganese (Mn) with thyroid functions, thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), free triiodothyronine (FT3), and free thyroxin (FT4) of females having hyper- (HPRT) and hypothyroid (HPOT) disorder. For comparative study, females of the same age group (16-30 years) having ...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Memon NS,Kazi TG,Afridi HI,Baig JA,Sahito OM,Baloch S,Waris M

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This in vitro study was designed to assess the impact of divalent (Fe(2+)) or trivalent (Fe(3+)) iron on the activity and oxidative balance of bovine spermatozoa at specific time intervals (0, 2, 8, 16, and 24 h) during an in vitro culture. Forty-five semen samples were collected from adult breeding bulls and diluted ...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Tvrdá E,Lukáč N,Lukáčová J,Jambor T,Massányi P

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Selenoproteins and selenium (Se) play important roles in the immune system. Selenoprotein expression in the immune system of mammals is sensitive to dietary Se levels; however, little is known about the expression of selenoproteins and their immune functions in the chicken thymus. We assessed selenoprotein gene expres...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Khoso PA,Yang Z,Liu C,Li S

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Spinal fusion is among the most frequently applied spinal surgical procedures. The goal of the present study was to evaluate whether the local administration of boric acid (BA) improves spinal fusion in an experimental spinal fusion model in rats. Currently, there is no published data that evaluates the possible posit...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Kömürcü E,Özyalvaçlı G,Kaymaz B,Gölge UH,Göksel F,Cevizci S,Adam G,Ozden R

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to explore the effects of selenium addition on hepatic tissue ultrastructure and mitochondrial antioxidant capacity in copper-overloaded rats. Eighteen adult male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were randomly divided into three groups (n = 6 per group). Each group received 1 mL (intragastrically) of...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Su R,Cao H,Pan J,Li C,Chen Y,Tang Z

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of lanthanum on heat production of mitochondria isolated from Wistar rat liver were investigated with microcalorimetry; simultaneously, the effects on mitochondrial swelling and membrane potential (Δψ) were determined by spectroscopic methods. La(3+) showed only inhibitory action on mitochondrial energy tu...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Wu M,Gao JL,Feng ZJ,Liu W,Zhang YZ,Liu Y,Dai J

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fluoride compounds are abundant and widely distributed in the environment at a variety of concentrations. Further, fluoride induces toxic effects in target organs such as the liver. In this study, we investigated liver histopathology, DNA damage, apoptosis, and the mRNA and protein expressions of caspase-3 and -9 in t...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Song GH,Huang FB,Gao JP,Liu ML,Pang WB,Li Wb,Yan XY,Huo MJ,Yang X

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) is present in the marine environment and is a known carcinogen and reproductive toxicant. Cr(VI) is the form of chromium that is well absorbed through the cell membrane. It is also the most prevalent form in seawater. We measured the total Cr levels in skin biopsies obtained from healthy f...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Wise CF,Wise SS,Thompson WD,Perkins C,Wise JP Sr

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although recent studies have shown that chromium (as the trivalent ion) is not an essential trace element, it has been demonstrated to generate beneficial effects at pharmacologically relevant doses on insulin sensitivity and cholesterol levels of rodent models of insulin insensitivity, including models of type 2 diab...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Vincent JB

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One hundred and eighty Kunming mice were allotted to three groups in a randomized complete block design, including two treatments and one control. Mice in group 1 were fed a basal diet as control, while mice in groups 2 and 3 were fed the basal diet supplemented with 0.2 mg/kg selenium as sodium selenite (SS) or selen...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Qin S,Huang B,Ma J,Wang X,Zhang J,Li L,Chen F

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to examine the effects of cadmium in concentrations relevant to those detected in human serum on cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) expression at mRNA, protein, and enzyme activity levels in THP-1 macrophages. Macrophages were incubated with various cadmium chloride (CdCl2)...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Olszowski T,Gutowska I,Baranowska-Bosiacka I,Piotrowska K,Korbecki J,Kurzawski M,Chlubek D

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present study was undertaken to evaluate methylmercury-induced alterations in hepatic enzymes and oxidative stress markers in liver tissue of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) by using a perfusion method, and to explore possible protective effect of vitamin C against these alterations. Forty-eight fish were divi...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Mozhdeganloo Z,Jafari AM,Koohi MK,Heidarpour M

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An experiment was conducted in a 3 × 3 (Cu × Zn) factorial experiment based on a completely randomized design to evaluate the effects of dietary copper and zinc on apparent mineral retention and serum biochemical indicators in young male mink on a corn-fish meal based diet. Animals were fed basal diets supplemented wi...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Wu X,Liu Z,Guo J,Wan C,Zhang T,Cui H,Yang F,Gao X

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Selenium is a trace element that has antioxidant and neuroprotective effects. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of selenium in reducing ischemia-reperfusion injury of the gastrocnemius muscle. In this experimental study, 80 adult male Wistar rats weighing 250-300 g were divided into ten groups (N = 8...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Gholami M,Zendedel A,Khanipour khayat Z,Ghanad K,Nazari A,Pirhadi A

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to investigate correlations between oxidative stress, metabolism of mineral elements, and lameness in dairy cows. Forty multiparous Chinese Holstein dairy cows were selected and divided into two groups (healthy vs lame, n = 20) by gait score. The experiment lasted for 60 days and sample...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Zhao XJ,Wang XY,Wang JH,Wang ZY,Wang L,Wang ZH

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was designed to investigate the effects of chromium methionine (Cr-Met) on glucose metabolism, blood metabolites, meat lipid peroxidation, and tissue chromium (Cr) in Mahabadi goat kids. Thirty-two male kids (16.5 ± 2.8 kg BW, 4-5 months of age) were fed for 90 days in a completely randomized design with fo...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Emami A,Ganjkhanlou M,Zali A

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) is a mycotoxin that causes cytotoxicity through oxidative damage to its target organs. The liver is the first target of AFB1 damage. The aim of this study was to evaluate the protective effect of selenium on AFB1-induced hepatic mitochondrial damage in ducklings using molecular biological and histo...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Shi D,Liao S,Guo S,Li H,Yang M,Tang Z

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to investigate the iron source absorption in the small intestine of broiler. In situ ligated intestinal loops of 70 birds were poured into one of seven solutions, including inorganic iron (FeSO4, Fe2(SO4)3), organic Fe glycine chelate (Fe-Gly(II), Fe-Gly(III)), the mixtures (FeSO4 with ...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Jia YF,Jiang MM,Sun J,Shi RB,Liu DS

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Calcium fructoborate (CFB) has been reported as supporting healthy inflammatory response. In this study, we assess the effects of CFB on blood parameters and proinflammatory cytokines in healthy subjects. This was a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial. Participants received placebo or CFB at a dose of...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Rogoveanu OC,Mogoşanu GD,Bejenaru C,Bejenaru LE,Croitoru O,Neamţu J,Pietrzkowski Z,Reyes-Izquierdo T,Biţă A,Scorei ID,Scorei RI

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective was to evaluate metal ion accumulation in hair of patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances in time. The patients (N = 47) participated in a questionnaire survey. Hair sampling was performed at the beginning and in the 4th, 8th, and 12th month of the treatment. The content of metals...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Mikulewicz M,Wołowiec P,Loster B,Chojnacka K

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of zinc (Zn) in hepatic steatosis of patients with HCV-related chronic liver disease (CLD-C) remains uncertain, although persistent HCV infection often evokes hepatic steatosis. The primary purpose of this study was to elucidate the contribution of Zn deficiency to hepatic steatosis in patients with CLD-C. Fi...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Himoto T,Nomura T,Tani J,Miyoshi H,Morishita A,Yoneyama H,Haba R,Masugata H,Masaki T

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nowadays, 70 % of global monogastric feeds contains an exogenous phytase. Phytase supplementation has enabled a more efficient utilisation of phytate phosphorous (P) and reduction of P pollution. Trace minerals, such as iron (Fe), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu) and manganese (Mn) are essential for maintaining health and immun...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Santos T,Connolly C,Murphy R

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An increase in hepatic iron concentration might exacerbate liver injury. However, it is unknown whether hepatic iron overload may exacerbate acute liver injury from various toxins. Therefore, we evaluated how manipulations to increase hepatic iron concentration affected the extent of acute liver injury from thioacetam...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Ackerman Z,Pappo O,Link G,Glazer M,Grozovski M

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Organotin compounds are highly versatile group of organometallic chemicals used in industrial and agricultural applications. Their endocrine-disrupting effects are well known and their extensive uses as biocide materials, e.g., in antifouling paints, for many years have led to serious environmental problems. So far, a...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Borges AR,López-Serrano Oliver A,Gallego-Gallegos M,Muñoz-Olivas R,Rodrigues Vale MG,Cámara C

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteoblast L-type voltage-dependent calcium channels (VDCC) play important roles in maintaining intracellular homeostasis and influencing multiple cellular processes. In particular, they contribute to the activities and functions of osteoblasts (OBs). In order to study how L-type VDCC modulate calcium ion (Ca(2+)) hom...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Duan XQ,Zhao ZT,Zhang XY,Wang Y,Wang H,Liu DW,Li GS,Jing L

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fluoride and lead are two common pollutants in the environment. Previous investigations have found that high fluoride exposure can increase the lead burden. In this experiment, in order to study on the molecular mechanisms of central neural system injury induced by the above two elements, differently expressed protein...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Niu R,Liu S,Wang J,Zhang J,Sun Z,Wang J

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Copper oxide nanoparticles (CuONPs) are widely used in several products and their release into the environment can cause toxicity to major food crops. In this study, toxic responses as a result of CuONPs exposure were studied in soybean (Glycine max L.) seedlings. The plants were grown in 1/2 strength Murashige and Sk...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Nair PM,Chung IM

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The present study was aimed at estimating the current (2012) dietary intake of arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), and lead (Pb) by the population of Catalonia, Spain. The temporal trends with respect to previous surveys, performed in 2000, 2005, and 2008, were also determined. For that purpose, metal concentrat...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Perelló G,Llobet JM,Gómez-Catalán J,Castell V,Centrich F,Nadal M,Domingo JL

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers and the second cause of cancer-related deaths among men. Metals are recognized as chemical carcinogens where chronic exposures to such metals are implicated in the development of cancer, including prostate cancer. This in vitro study demonstrates the relative death sen...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： El-Atta HM,El-Bakary AA,Attia AM,Lotfy A,Khater SS,Elsamanoudy AZ,Abdalla HA

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was conducted to investigate the immune adherence function of erythrocytes and erythrocyte induced by dietary nickel chloride (NiCl2) in broilers fed on a control diet and three experimental diets supplemented with 300, 600, and 900 mg/kg NiCl2 for 42 days. Blood samples were collected from five broilers in...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Li J,Wu B,Cui H,Peng X,Fang J,Zuo Z,Deng J,Wang X,Tang K,Yin S

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In vitro tests simulating the elements release from inhaled urban particulate matter (PM) with artificial lung fluids (Gamble's and Hatch's solutions) and simulated gastric and pancreatic solutions were applied for an estimation of hazardous element (As, Cd, Cr, Hg, Mn, Ni, Pb and Zn) bio-accessibility in this materia...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Sysalová J,Száková J,Tremlová J,Kašparovská K,Kotlík B,Tlustoš P,Svoboda P

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was aimed to evaluate the oxidant-antioxidant imbalance in the pathogenesis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in Tunisians. We assessed 16 parameters related to the oxidative status that include malondialdehyde (MDA), total protein carbonyls (PCs), and advanced oxidation protein products (AOPP...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： ben Anes A,Fetoui H,Bchir S,ben Nasr H,Chahdoura H,Chabchoub E,Yacoub S,Garrouch A,Benzarti M,Tabka Z,Chahed K

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To better understand the relationship between prenatal exposure to heavy metals and trace elements and the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, we investigated the status of heavy metals and trace elements level in a Chinese population by collecting umbilical cord blood. Umbilical cord blood heavy metals and trace elem...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Zheng G,Zhong H,Guo Z,Wu Z,Zhang H,Wang C,Zhou Y,Zuo Z

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Preoperative diagnosis of papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) comprises numerous diagnostic procedures which are mostly applicable in tertiary institutions. Normal thyroid function depends on the presence of many trace elements and copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn) are some of those. The study is based on retrospective review o...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Dragutinović VV,Tatić SB,Nikolić-Mandić SD,Tripković TM,Dunđerović DM,Paunović IR

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Selenoprotein T (SelT) is associated with the regulation of calcium homeostasis and neuroendocrine secretion. SelT can also change cell adhesion and is involved in redox regulation and cell fixation. However, the structure and function of chicken SelT and its response to selenium (Se) remains unclear. In the present s...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： You L,Liu C,Yang ZJ,Li M,Li S

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Responses of photosystem I and II activities of Microcystis aeruginosa to various concentrations of Cu(2+) were simultaneously examined using a Dual-PAM-100 fluorometer. Cell growth and contents of chlorophyll a were significantly inhibited by Cu(2+). Photosystem II activity [Y(II)] and electron transport [rETRmax(II)...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Deng C,Pan X,Wang S,Zhang D

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The abnormal metabolism of metal ions plays an important role in health and disease conditions; hence, the studies about them have received much interest. The objective of this study was to evaluate the association between trace and toxic elements zinc (Zn), cadmium (Cd), selenium (Se), and mercury (Hg) in biological ...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Afridi HI,Kazi TG,Talpur FN,Kazi A,Arain SS,Arain SA,Brahman KD,Panhwar AH,Naeemullah,Shezadi M,Ali J

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Exposure to mobile phone-induced electromagnetic radiation (EMR) may affect biological systems by increasing free oxygen radicals, apoptosis, and mitochondrial depolarization levels although selenium may modulate the values in cancer. The present study was designed to investigate the effects of 900 MHz radiation on th...

journal_title：Biological trace element research

authors： Kahya MC,Nazıroğlu M,Çiğ B

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00