Abstract:
Despite adverse toxicities, chromium is a widely used heavy metal for industrial and health purposes. Regarding its toxicity, the metal has been declared as carcinogen, mutagen, thyroid disruptor and teratogen. On the other hand various biological systems have been bestowed with its detoxification under natural conditions. In this regard, a systematic review of literature of 15 years (2000-2014) was made through PubMed central NCBI and 268 references were found most relevant. These articles were about uses, exposure risks, various kinds and levels of toxicities in living organisms (human, animals and plants), reduction, detoxification, and amelioration. The presently reviewed findings strongly recommend maximally minimizing the use of heavy metal and avoiding the possible exposure risks.
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41-62
DOI:
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Published:
Journal: Punjab University Journal of Zoology, Volume: 29, Issue: 1, Year: 2014