Publication Type:
Academic Journal
Source(s):
Respirology. Jun2022, Vol. 27 Issue 6, p427-436. 10p.
Abstract:
Background and objective: Inhalation of high concentrations of respirable crystalline silica (RCS) can lead to silicosis. RCS contains varying levels of iron, which can cause oxidative stress and stimulate ferritin production. This study evaluated iron...