Sci Rep April 2017 PMID 28436478

Tissue accumulation of microplastics in mice and biomarker responses suggest widespread health risks of exposure.

Yongfeng Deng, Yan Zhang, Bernardo Lemos, Hongqiang Ren

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The group's discussions reveal a strong consensus on the health risks posed by microplastics, with references to biological effects like oxidative stress and tissue accumulation. The tone varies from technical details, such as particle size influence, to concerns about human health, indicating high engagement and awareness of the article's importance.

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Most discussions acknowledge the health risks associated with microplastic accumulation, showing general support for the publication's findings.

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Abstract in brief

  • Microplastics (MPs) are a growing environmental health concern, found in oceans, sediments, and even table salts, with limited research on their toxicity in mammals.
  • In a study with mice, researchers used polystyrene microplastics of different sizes to examine how these particles accumulate in tissues like the liver, kidney, and gut, showing that accumulation depends on particle size.
  • The study also found that MPs exposure disrupts energy, lipid metabolism, and causes oxidative stress, with potential neurotoxicity, highlighting significant health risks associated with microplastic exposure.]

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Evangelion27
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intestino, con cinética de acumulación en el tejido y patrón de distribución que parece depender del tamaño de partícula de las MP. Así como también detectaron alteraciones del metabolismo energético y lipídico, así como estrés oxidativo en este modelo. https://t.co/qK6vwo4u6b

Aug 19, 2020 · 2 likes · 1 share · 195 followers View post →
Miguel Angel Sanchez
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RT @Aponte27C: intestino, con cinética de acumulación en el tejido y patrón de distribución que parece depender del tamaño de partícula de…

Aug 19, 2020 · 1 share · 291 followers View post →
Susie(crow)
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@TheoRettich @SaIlikesMao nah if the microplastics are about 1-10 micrometers diametre they can lol(in humans). They're not called micro because they're just kinda small. https://t.co/nLJAODwfjN

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Elevate Health Institute
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(16/16) Sources: Cox, Kieran D., et al. "Human consumption of microplastics." Environmental science & technology 53.12 (2019): 7068-7074. Deng, Yongfeng, et al. "Tissue accumulation of microplastics in mice and biomarker responses suggest widespread health risks of exposure."

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Elevate Health Institute
@elevatemyhealth · X

(16/16) Sources: Cox, Kieran D., et al. "Human consumption of microplastics." Environmental science & technology 53.12 (2019): 7068-7074. Deng, Yongfeng, et al. "Tissue accumulation of microplastics in mice and biomarker responses suggest widespread health risks of exposure."

Mar 27, 2025 · 2 followers View post →
Susie(crow)
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@TheoRettich @SaIlikesMao nah if the microplastics are about 1-10 micrometers diametre they can lol(in humans). They're not called micro because they're just kinda small. https://t.co/nLJAODwfjN

Oct 23, 2021 · 238 followers View post →
Miguel Angel Sanchez
@SanchezmiguelM · X

RT @Aponte27C: intestino, con cinética de acumulación en el tejido y patrón de distribución que parece depender del tamaño de partícula de…

Aug 19, 2020 · 1 share · 291 followers View post →
Evangelion27
@Aponte27C · X

intestino, con cinética de acumulación en el tejido y patrón de distribución que parece depender del tamaño de partícula de las MP. Así como también detectaron alteraciones del metabolismo energético y lipídico, así como estrés oxidativo en este modelo. https://t.co/qK6vwo4u6b

Aug 19, 2020 · 2 likes · 1 share · 195 followers View post →