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Poisoning
Studies from N.H. Beyer and colleagues provide new data on poisoning
May 12th, 2009
According to recent research published in the journal Clinical Toxicology, "Ricin is a potential bioterrorism agent and no specific antidote or treatment exists for ricin poisoning. For this reason, we developed ricin-specific antibodies that were tested in a murine model of ricin poisoning for use as antidotes against symptoms of ricin poisoning." "Mice were poisoned with a lethal dose of ricin (5 g) and their temperature and general condition were monitored for determination of a surrogate and humane end point. Mice were then treated with injections of ricin and different combinations of polyclonal anti-ricin antibodies. Antibody effect was evaluated for...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-05-12)
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