Mercury Toxicity / Mercury Poisoning
Mercury Toxicity / Mercury
Poisoning Sources:
- Aquatic food chains
- Fungicides
- Thermometers
- Thermostats
- Dental amalgams
- Algaecides
- Childhood vaccines
- Medicines (Mercurochrome and merthiolate)
- Paints
- Batteries
- Electrical relays
- Coal-burning emissions
- Mining
- Explosives.
Synergistic for Mercury Toxicity / Poisoning
Uptake/Retention:
Antagonistic for Mercury Toxicity / Poisoning
Uptake/Retention:
- Adequate manganese, zinc, and copper
Mercury Toxicity / Poisoning Physiological
Interactions:
The organic form is readily absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract (90-100%);
lesser but still significant amounts of inorganic mercury are absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract (7-15%).
Organic mercury has a half-life of 2 months & binds to enzymes, proteins, and glutathione. MAO, caralase,
P-450, and mitochondrial functions are affected. Accumulates also in the liver and kidneys.
Symptoms of Excessive Mercury Toxicity / Poisoning Exposure:
Headache, fine tremor, increased salivation, excitability, hypertension, skin rash, poor mental concentration,
metallic taste. Target organs are the brain and kidneys.
References
Genova Diagnostics Toxic & Nutrient Elements Chart
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