Journal of Clinical Toxicology
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Amal A El-Bakary

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• Research Article
  Lead and Cadmium Hair Levels in a Sample of Egyptian Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
  Author(s): Doaa A El-Morsi, Amal A El-Bakary, Bothina MM Hasaneen and Hend MH Abo Elatta Doaa A El-Morsi, Amal A El-Bakary, Bothina MM Hasaneen and Hend MH Abo Elatta
  
  Background: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurobehavioral disorders among children. It has multifactorial mechanisms of induction; one that main mechanism is the exposure to neurotoxins. Environmental exposure to lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) may be implicated in its development. Objective: This study estimated the correlation between Pb and Cd hair levels and the development of ADHD. Methods: 102 children were divided into two groups: the ADHD group (n=54) diagnosed with ADHD according to (DSM)-IV, Conner's and intelligence quotient scales, control group apparently healthy children (n=48). Hair samples were taken for estimating Pb and Cd levels using Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP). Results: A statistically significant difference was found regarding Pb levels betwe.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2161-0495.1000409

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