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A study on the ALAD gene polymorphisms associated with lead exposure.
Toxicology and industrial health - 1 Aug 2008
Shaik A P, Jamil K
Abstract excerpt
Delta -aminolevulinic acid dehydratase (ALAD) plays an important role in lead poisoning, and polymorphisms in this gene may affect the response of individuals to lead toxicity symptoms. This study was carried out to examine the effects of ALAD gene polymorphism (G177C) on blood lead levels (BLL) and hematological parameters. In all, 113 battery manufacturing unit workers and 102 occupationally unexposed controls...
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