How is the absorption for the inorga / orga Pb ?
Inorga = slow / incomplete
Orga = liposoluble, better GI & skin absorption
Pb distribution in the body ?
Liver -> entero-hepatic recirc
Which metals is accumulating in bony & hairy matter ?
Pb
Pb action mecha :
SH binding enz prot & heme / ATP synth inhibition
Neurotoxic effect
Liver / kidney degeneration, growth depression, abortion, GI muc necro
Main Pb poisoning CS :
Encephalopathy, GI malfunction
Which diagnostic method is used to highlight Pb poisoning ?
Delta-aminlevulinic acid in urine
Blood/ tissue Pb levels
Spe antidote in Pb poisoning ? If yes, which one ?
CaNa2-EDTA