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Molecular analysis of hprt mutations induced by chromium picolinate in CHO AA8 cells.
Mutation research - 7 Nov 2006
Coryell Virginia H, Stearns Diane M
Abstract excerpt
Chromium picolinate (CrPic) is a popular dietary supplement, marketed to the public for weight loss, bodybuilding, and control of blood sugar. Recommendations for long-term use at high dosages have led to questions regarding its safety. Previous studies have reported that CrPic can cause chromosomal aberrations and mutations. The purpose of the current work was to compare the mutagenicity of CrPic as a suspension...
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