Positive Association between Endothelium–Platelet Microparticles and Urinary Concentration of Lead and Cadmium in Adolescents and Young Adults

(1) Background: In previous research, higher levels of urine heavy metals, especially lead and cadmium, have been associated with increased cardiovascular risk. However, there is no information linking exposure to heavy metal to endothelial and platelet microparticles (EMPs and PMPs), particularly i...

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Main Authors: Chih-Kuo Lee, Charlene Wu, Chien-Yu Lin, Po-Chin Huang, Fung-Chang Sung, Ta-Chen Su
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-08-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/9/2913