Original paper

The levels of trace elements in sputum as biomarkers for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

Volume: 271, Pages: 129514 - 129514
Published: May 1, 2021
Abstract
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a rare lung disease that quickly leads to death. This paper addressed the issue of whether the levels of trace elements in sputum samples are suitable biomarkers for IPF disease. The sputum Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb and Zn concentrations were measured by sector field inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry in populations sampled in Sardinia Island (Italy) including 31 patients with IPF, 31 patients...
Paper Details
Title
The levels of trace elements in sputum as biomarkers for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Published Date
May 1, 2021
Volume
271
Pages
129514 - 129514
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