Search for dissertations about: "dietary phthalate"
Found 4 swedish dissertations containing the words dietary phthalate.
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1. Uptake, induction and distribution of ubiquinone and a-tocopherol
Abstract : Ubiquinone (UQ) and a-tocopherol are the major lipid-soluble antioxidants in animal tissues. Appropriate amounts of these lipids have to be present in tissues and subcellular membranes. Uptake from the diet was investigated and it was also analyzed to which extent the tissue amount may be increased by induction of biosynthesis. READ MORE
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2. What contributes to human body burdens of phthalate esters? : An experimental approach
Abstract : Phthalate esters (PEs) and alternative plasticizers used as additives in numerous consumer products are continuously released into the environment leading to subsequent human exposure. The ubiquitous presence and potential adverse health effects (e.g. READ MORE
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3. Characterizing chemical exposure : focus on children's environment
Abstract : Children are constantly exposed to chemicals in food, water, dust, air and consumer products. Compared to adults, children often have a higher exposure to chemicals due to physical and behavioural factors. Because of their unique exposure patterns, exposure assessments in adults are not directly transferrable to children. READ MORE
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4. Effects of endocrine disruptors on adreno-cortical and Leydig cell steroidogenesis
Abstract : A common sequential pathway for steroidogenesis, designed to produce steroid hormones, is expressed in the adrenal cortex, testes and ovaries. In this process, cholesterol is converted to all known steroids by specific enzymes in a tissue-specific manner. READ MORE