Environmentally persistent free radicals amplify ultrafine particle mediated cellular oxidative stress and cytotoxicity
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Combustion generated particulate matter is deposited in the respiratory tract and pose a hazard to the lungs through their potential to cause oxidative stress and inflammation. We have previously shown that combustion of fuels and ch...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2009-04-01
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| Series: | Particle and Fibre Toxicology |
| Online Access: | http://www.particleandfibretoxicology.com/content/6/1/11 |