Lead (plumbum; Pb) is a heavy metal found in the body in small amounts. All forms of lead are toxic (poisonous). It can be absorbed through the respiratory tract, the gastrointestinal tract, and the (mucous) skin. Acute poisoning can be distinguished from chronic poisoning. In acute lead poisoning, the following symptoms may occur: Respiratory disturbances … Lead
Cadmium (Cd) is a metal that occurs in the body as a trace element. It can be absorbed through the respiratory tract as well as the gastrointestinal tract. Cadmium is toxic in all forms that occur. It is genotoxic and carcinogenic. Cadmium is stored primarily in the liver (biological HWL: 10-40 years) and kidney. Excretion … Cadmium
Chromium (Cr) is a metal found in the body in small amounts in the blood and brain. Pathological accumulation occurs in malignant tissue.Cr(VI) compounds are toxic. It can be absorbed through the respiratory tract as well as the gastrointestinal tract. In the blood it is transported mainly bound to albumin and transferrin. Acute poisoning can … Chrome
Cobalt (synonym: cobalt, Co) is a heavy metal from the iron group that occurs as a trace element in the body. It is essential, meaning vital, for microbial vitamin B12 synthesis in the intestine.Cobalt is used primarily in the glass and porcelain industries and in metal and magnet production. Acute cobalt poisoning can be distinguished … Cobalt: Uses, Effects, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions, Risks
Copper (cuprum; Cu) is an element from the group of heavy or semi-precious metals. Copper is absorbed in the small intestine and stored in the liver; most of it (90-95%) leaves the liver as coeruloplasmin, the rest is bound to albumin and amino acids. Copper plays an important role in many metabolic processes: copper is … Copper: Uses, Effects, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions, Risks
Manganese (Mn) is an element from the group of heavy metals. It occurs as a trace element in the human body. It is absorbed in the small intestine and accumulates mainly in the muscles as well as the liver.Manganese plays an important role in many metabolic processes of the human body as an activator and … Manganese: Uses, Effects, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions, Risks
Nickel (Nicolum; Ni) is a heavy metal that occurs as a trace element in the human body. Nickel can be absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract as well as the respiratory tract. It is assumed that nickel is particularly important for carbohydrate and iron metabolism. Contact with the metal often leads to an allergic reaction, which … Nickel
Mercury (Hydrargyrum (Hg), Mercurius) is an element from the group of heavy metals.Mercury is found in many areas of daily life (e.g. amalgam fillings). In addition, we ingest mercury with our food (fish and seafood can be contaminated with mercury (methylmercury) – especially predatory fish species: swordfish, tuna; sometimes also buttermackerel, trout, halibut, carp). Mercury … Mercury: Uses, Effects, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions, Risks
Thallium (TI) is an element from the group of heavy metals. It is found primarily in the cement and steel industries. Thallium is toxic in all occurring compounds. Acute and chronic thallium poisoning can be distinguished. In acute thallium poisoning, the following symptoms may occur: Early symptoms Irritation of the respiratory tract Irritation of the … Thallium
Zinc (Zincum, Zn) is a trace element from the group of heavy metals. It is an essential component of food. Essential (necessary for life) means that the body cannot produce it itself. It is absorbed in the small intestine. Approximately two grams of zinc are stored in the body. It is excreted by the liver … Zinc: Uses, Effects, Side Effects, Dosage, Interactions, Risks
