Evaluation of the Effects of Chronic Intoxication with Inorganic Mercury on Memory and Motor Control in Rats

The aims of this study were to evaluate whether chronic intoxication with mercury chloride (HgCl2), in a low concentration over a long time, can be deposited in the central nervous tissue and to determine if this exposure induces motor and cognitive impairments. Twenty animals were intoxicated for 4...

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Main Authors: Francisco B. Teixeira, Rafael M. Fernandes, Paulo M. A. Farias-Junior, Natacha M. M. Costa, Luanna M. P. Fernandes, Luana N. S. Santana, Ademir F. Silva-Junior, Marcia C. F. Silva, Cristiane S. F. Maia, Rafael R. Lima
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-09-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/11/9/9171

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