Heavy metal intoxication compromises the host cytokine response in Ascaris Suum model infection
Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd) and Mercury (Hg) are recognized for their deleterious effect on the environment and immunity where subsequently compromised immune response affects the susceptibility to the potential parasitic infections. This study examined the host cytokine response after heavy metal intox...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2016-03-01
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Series: | Helminthologia |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1515/helmin-2015-0063 |