Mechanism of the toxic action of germicides on whole blood measured by the loss of phagocytic activity of leucocytes.

Author: Welch H.

Source: The Journal of Immunology

Year: 1939

Comment:

This research is related to thimerosal.

Abstract / Excerpt:

“The toxic effect of germicides when tested on human or guinea pig blood as a tissue appears to be directed against the humoral in contrast to the cellular elements.”

Citation:

Welch H. Mechanism of the toxic action of germicides on whole blood measured by the loss of phagocytic activity of leucocytes. The Journal of Immunology. 1939; 37(6): 525-533.