Lead, a prevalent heavy metal, impairs the immune system by affecting T cell function. Similarly, zinc deficiency adversely affects T cells, with zinc deficiency and lead exposure being linked to reduced interleukin-2 (IL-2) production. Zinc deficiency has been associated with increased expression of the transcription factor CREM 100 kDa, which downregulates IL-2.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Development and evaluation of an optimized protocol for PET examinations of the female breast with 2-F-18-fluoro-2-deoxyglucose (F-18-FDG).
Methods: All PET measurements were performed with a whole-body PET system (ECAT EXACT HR+). In order to examine the women with the breasts freely pendant, a special extension for the patient table made of carbon layer composite was designed.