Olfactory bulb uptake and determination of biotransfer factors in the California ground squirrel (Spermophilus beecheyi) exposed to manganese and cadmium in environmental habitats

Authors :: Bench, Graham
Carlsen, Tina M.
Grant, Patrick G.
Wollett, Jim S. Jr.
Martinelli, Roger E.
Lewis, Johnnye L.
Divine, Kevin K.
Source :: Environmental Science & Technology. Jan 15, 2001, Vol. 35 Issue 2, p270, 8 p.
Publication Year :: 2001
Abstract: The article includes statistics from measurement of California ground squirrel olfactory bulbs' contamination from manganese (Mn) and cadmium (Cd). Lab rats are used as a control group. The authors stress the importance of toxin transfer factors in the assessment of chemical exposure.

Subjects :: Pollution control industry -- Research
Environmental issues
Science and technology

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