Protective Role of Vitamin B6 Against Teratogenic Effects Induced by Lead in Chick Embryo
Waheed Ahmad,
Muhammad Ali Kanwal,
Iram Inayat
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundHeavy metals like lead (Pb) have been used by humans for a very long time, but throughout the industrial revolution, their use expanded, increasing exposure to the metal. Lead, however, has no biological purpose in the human body and is hazardous when it gets into soft tissues and organs. Lead is still used in a variety of industries, including battery manufacturing and car maintenance, despite efforts to limit its usage.ObjectiveThis study investigates the teratogenic and morphometric effects of lea… Show more
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