Immune responses in rats supplemented with selenium.

Author: Koller LD, Exon JH, Talcott PA, Osborne CA, Henningsen GM.

Source: Clin Exp Immunol.

Year: 1986

Comment:

This study examines the role of selenium in immune response.

Abstract / Excerpt:

“It is generally accepted that Selenium (Se) is necessary for optimum performance of the immune system. Selenium deficiency results in immune suppression but little is known concerning the effect of excess Se on immune function. Recent evidence suggests that oral Se supplementation may impede oncongenesis, but the mechanism of this action is currently unknown. Conversely, under certain conditions, Se is suspected of promoting neoplasia.”

Citation:

Koller LD., Exon JH, Talcott PA, Osborne CA, Henningsen GM. Immune responses in rats supplemented with selenium. Clinical and experimental immunology. 1986; 63(3):570.