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A pathway-based genetic score for inflammation: An indicator of vulnerability to phthalate-induced adverse neurodevelopment outcomes.
International journal of hygiene and environmental health - 1 Mar 2025
Elagali Ahmed, Eisner Alex, Tanner Samuel, Drummond Katherine, Symeonides Christos, Love Chloe, Tang Mimi Lk, Mansell Toby, Burgner David, Collier Fiona, Sly Peter D, O'Hely Martin, Dunlop Sarah, Vuillermin Peter, Ponsonby Anne-Louise
Abstract excerpt
INTRODUCTION: Phthalates, chemical additives used to enhance plastic products' flexibility, are easily released into the environment, and can harm the brain development through various mechanisms including inflammation. Genetic variation influencing an individual's susceptibility to inflammation may play a role in the effects of phthalate exposure on neurodevelopment however there is no summary measure developed...
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- Humans
- Phthalic Acids
- Female
- Male
- Child
