Increase of TNF-alpha in subjects occupationally exposed to lead

Santarelli, L.; Valentino, M.; Bracci, M.; Rapisarda, V.; Mocchegiani, E.; Cassano, F.; Di Lorenzo, L.; Soleo, L.

Giornale Italiano di Medicina del Lavoro Ed Ergonomia 25 Suppl (3): 90-91

2003


ISSN/ISBN: 1592-7830
PMID: 14979099
Document Number: 559241
Occupational exposure at low doses of lead induces a significant increase of TNF-alpha plasma levels. Recently has been showed the crucial role on atherosclerosis origin of this pro-inflammatory cytokine. It is assumable a contribution of lead in atherosclerosis course in exposed subjects.

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