Estimation of Toxic Metals in Scalp Hair Samples of Chronic Kidney Patients (original) (raw)

2008, Biological Trace Element Research

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The study investigates the levels of toxic metals (TMs), specifically aluminum (Al), cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), and nickel (Ni), in scalp hair samples from chronic kidney patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis. A total of 100 patients were compared to 150 healthy volunteers. An electrothermal atomic absorption spectrometer was utilized for analysis following microwave-induced acid digestion, with no significant differences found between results and certified reference material. Results indicate elevated TMs in patient samples compared to controls, suggesting the potential assessment of cigarette smoking's impact on kidney health.

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