Selenium and Redox Enzyme Activity in Pregnant Women Exposed to Methylmercury

Selenium (Se) is a micronutrient with essential physiological functions achieved through the production of selenoproteins. Adequate Se intake has health benefits and reduces mercury (Hg) toxicity, which is important due to its neurotoxicity. This study determined the Se status and redox enzyme, incl...

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Main Authors: Vasco Branco, Luís Carvalho, Cássia Barboza, Eduarda Mendes, Afonso Cavaco, Cristina Carvalho
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:Antioxidants
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/11/11/2291