Biomarkers of toxic metal effects in breast feeding women of Zadar county

Vulnerable population groups for adverse effects of toxic metals are pregnant and lactating women and children due to their high nutritional needs and ensuing increased gastrointestinal absorption of both essential and toxic elements. Disruption of metal ion homeostasis may lead to oxidative stress, overwhelm antioxidant protection, and cause toxic effects. The aim of this work was to assess healt…