In
this study, it was aimed to research the effects of cutaneous and oral
exposure to aluminum nanoparticles (Al-NPs) and magnesium nanoparticles
(Mg-NPs) on the brain tissue, which is vitally important in terms of its
structure and functions. The study was performed on Wister-Albino rats, which
were divided into 10 groups, such as control groups (groups 1 and 2),
groups, to which Al and Mg NPs were applied as 500 mg/kg and 1500 mg/kg orally
(groups 3-6) and 1000 mg/kg and 2000 mg/kg cutaneously (groups 7-10). The dosages
were administered as a single dose. While brain tissue and serum MDA levels as
well as brain tissue TNF-α and IL-6 levels have significantly increased in the
group, to which 1500 mg/kg Mg-NPs was applied orally, significant decreases
have also been observed in brain tissue GPX and SOD levels of the same group. Additionally,
meaningful decreases in brain tissue SOD levels and significant increases in
TNF-α and IL-6 levels have been observed in the group, to which 1500 mg/kg
Al-NP was applied orally. On the other hand, it was found that brain tissue GPX
and SOD levels of the group, to which 2000 mg/kg Mg-NP was applied cutaneous,
have been decreased significantly. Histopathological examinations have also
supported these findings. At the end of the study, it was observed that the toxic
effect of Al and Mg NPs has varied, depending on the application method, dosage
and duration.
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Veterinary Surgery |
Journal Section | Articles |
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Publication Date | December 26, 2019 |
Published in Issue | Year 2020Volume: 67 Issue: 1 |