Author: Gerstner HB, Huff JE.
Source: J Toxicol Environ Health.
Year: 1977
Comment:
This article examines the toxicology of mercury, and it notes, "Mercury may enter the human body through the lungs, the gastrointestinal tract, the skin, dental fillings, or direct injection for medical purposes."
Abstract / Excerpt:
“Based on an extensive literature search, general principles of mercury toxicity are outlined with respect to human individuals and populations. For the metal itself, as well as for its most important inorganic and organic compounds, the review discussed behavior in the body, characteristic clinical pictures, assessment of threshold levels, and evaluation as potential environmental hazards. Particular emphasis is placed on those diagnostic signs and symptoms which furnish early warning signals, permitting detection and elimination of overexposures.”
Citation:
Gerstner HB, Huff JE. Clinical toxicology of mercury. Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, Part A Current Issues. 1977; 2(3):491-526.