N–nitrosamines are associated with shorter telomere length

OBJECTIVES: Telomeres are critical to maintain the integrity of the chromosomes, and telomere abnormalities are important features of carcinogenesis. Telomere length differs among individuals due to genetic and environmental factors. Aiming to examine the relationship between DNA-damaging agents and...

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Main Authors: Heng Li, Bo AG Jönsson, Christian H Lindh, Maria Albin, Karin Broberg
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nordic Association of Occupational Safety and Health (NOROSH) 2011-07-01
Series:Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health
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Online Access: https://www.sjweh.fi/show_abstract.php?abstract_id=3150