Toxicology of Dioxin and Ethylene Glycol
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What is the primary mechanism of action for Dioxin (TCDD)?

  • Binding to AhR to alter gene expression (correct)
  • Inhibition of protein synthesis
  • Blocking neurotransmitter release
  • Enhancing lipid metabolism

Which of the following is NOT a source of Ethylene Glycol?

  • Industrial use
  • Accidental ingestion
  • Contamination in certain products
  • Agent Orange (correct)

What histopathological change is associated with liver damage due to Dioxin exposure?

  • Hyperplasia
  • Granuloma formation
  • Hepatocellular necrosis (correct)
  • Fibrosis

Which of the following effects is NOT caused by Dioxin inhalation?

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What is a significant result of Ethylene Glycol metabolism?

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Which of the following is a hematological effect caused by Dioxin?

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Chronic exposure to Dioxin can lead to which neurological effect?

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What effect does Dioxin have on lung tissue?

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What is a potential long-term consequence of impairment to the blood-brain barrier?

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Which mechanism contributes to the altered function of reproductive organs?

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Chronic exposure can lead to which gastrointestinal effect?

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What skin condition can result from activation of AhR?

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What is one of the histopathological effects on the kidney due to nephrotoxicity?

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The main effect of liver poisoning is?

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What type of respiratory condition can result from exposure leading to pulmonary edema?

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What systemic effect on blood is associated with significant exposure?

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What clinical finding on a blood smear is indicative of hemolytic anemia in ethylene glycol toxicity?

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Which of the following respiratory findings is associated with metabolic acidosis due to ethylene glycol toxicity?

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What does an elevated anion gap indicate in the context of metabolic acidosis?

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What is the calculated excess anion gap when the current anion gap is 18 mEq/L and the normal gap is 12 mEq/L?

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Which of the following symptoms is least likely to be associated with diabetic ketoacidosis?

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What is the primary acid-base disturbance seen in a patient with a pH of 7.29?

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In the context of the patient presenting with suspected diabetic ketoacidosis, which finding reflects oxidative damage to red blood cells?

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Which of the following laboratory values supports the diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis?

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What is the primary toxicant responsible for the symptoms described in the patient with elevated blood lactate and oxalate crystals?

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Which factor significantly contributes to the severity of ethylene glycol toxicity?

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What is a primary mechanism through which ethylene glycol leads to renal damage?

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What pathological finding is expected on kidney histopathology in severe ethylene glycol poisoning?

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Which organ systems are most affected by the neurotoxic and respiratory effects of ethylene glycol?

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What primary effect does glycolic acid have on the central nervous system (CNS) after ethylene glycol metabolism?

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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of ethylene glycol metabolism?

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How does delayed treatment affect ethylene glycol toxicity?

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What is the primary mechanism by which glycolic acid and oxalic acid cause damage to red blood cells?

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Which of the following effects is associated with acute poisoning affecting the central nervous system?

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What histopathological finding is associated with kidney damage due to oxalic acid?

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What type of injury does ethylene glycol metabolites cause in the gastrointestinal tract?

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Which of the following is NOT a direct effect of systemic acidosis on reproductive organs?

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How does dioxin primarily exert its toxic effects?

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What is one of the effects of exposure to toxins on the skin?

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What effect does oxalic acid have on the kidneys?

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Which organ is ranked as the most toxic with respect to dioxin exposure?

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What is a common effect of ethylene glycol on the brain?

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Which mechanism explains the reproductive organ effects of dioxin?

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Which effect is associated with renal damage from ethylene glycol?

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What skin condition is associated with dioxin exposure?

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Which of these effects is NOT observed in the blood due to dioxin exposure?

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What is the primary mechanism of lung damage caused by dioxin?

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Which symptom is NOT associated with multiple myeloma due to dioxin ingestion?

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What gastrointestinal effect is commonly associated with ethylene glycol exposure?

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What primary mechanism does dioxin utilize to alter the female reproductive system?

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Which organ is least affected by dioxin among those listed?

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What condition can be caused by dioxin's effect on white blood cells?

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What consequence of dioxin exposure is associated with the liver specifically?

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Which of the following is a recognized effect of ethylene glycol on the lungs?

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Flashcards

Dioxin's toxicity

Dioxin (TCDD) is a highly toxic persistent pollutant found in industrial processes, herbicides, and combustion.

Dioxin's mechanism

Dioxin binds to the AhR receptor, disrupting gene expression, causing oxidative stress, and impacting the immune system.

Ethylene Glycol's use

Ethylene glycol (EG) is a sweet-tasting chemical used in antifreeze, coolants, and solvents.

Ethylene Glycol's metabolism

Ethylene glycol is metabolized into glycolic acid and oxalic acid in the body.

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Dioxin liver damage

Dioxin causes oxidative stress, inflammation, and cell death (apoptosis) in liver cells.

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Dioxin lung damage

Dioxin exposure leads to lung inflammation, fibrosis (scarring), and immune system disruption in the lungs.

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Dioxin's blood effects

Dioxin can disrupt blood cell production, causing conditions like anemia and reduced white blood cells.

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Dioxin brain effects

Dioxin exposure can negatively impact brain function, leading to memory problems, developmental issues, and mood changes.

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Liver Poisoning Effect

Severe metabolic acidosis, fatty liver, centrilobular necrosis, and hepatic failure are common consequences of liver poisoning.

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Lung Effect of Exposure

Respiratory irritation, pulmonary edema, and ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome) can result from exposure to certain substances.

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Blood Impact

Metabolic acidosis, hemolysis, and eventual renal failure can occur due to certain exposures.

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Reproductive Organ Disruption

Exposure to certain substances can alter hormone levels, disrupting spermatogenesis (sperm production) and oogenesis (egg production).

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GI Tract Symptoms

Chronic exposure to certain substances can cause nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain due to gut motility issues, microbiota changes, and inflammation.

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Skin Lesions

Exposure can lead to skin lesions like chloracne (severe skin eruptions) and pigmentation changes due to inflammation and sebaceous gland malfunction.

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Kidney Damage

Nephrotoxicity (kidney damage), leading to renal failure, can result from specific substances; it affects tubules, glomeruli and interstitial tissue.

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Mechanism of Liver Damage

Metabolites produced from certain substances can directly damage liver cells (hepatocytes) and cause metabolic acidosis.

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Ethylene glycol toxicity mechanism

Ethylene glycol is metabolized into toxic glycolic and oxalic acids, harming tissues and organs.

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Oxalic acid effects on kidney

Oxalic acid forms crystals that block kidney tubes causing damage and potentially leading to kidney failure.

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Glycolic acid impact on CNS

Glycolic acid depresses the central nervous system via metabolic disruption and acidosis (lowering blood pH).

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Acute poisoning symptoms (GI)

Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain can be caused by exposure to substances, arising from metabolic imbalance and GI irritation.

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Dioxin toxicity mechanism

Dioxins trigger a cellular response, leading to gene alterations, stress, immunity problems, and hormonal disruption.

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Anemia/thrombocytopenia cause

Hemolysis (red blood cell damage) caused by glycolic/oxalic acid exposure.

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Brain damage from poisoning

Brain swelling and neuron death is a result of exposure to toxic acids from chemical poison.

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Skin irritation by chemical exposure

Direct contact with the chemical causes skin burns and redness.

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Ethylene glycol toxicity

A serious condition caused by ingesting ethylene glycol (found in antifreeze), leading to metabolic acidosis, kidney damage, and central nervous system effects.

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Metabolic acidosis in ethylene glycol poisoning

Ethylene glycol is metabolized into glycolic acid and oxalic acid, leading to a buildup of acid in the blood (acidosis) and a low bicarbonate level.

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Kidney damage in ethylene glycol poisoning

Glycolic and oxalic acid damage the kidneys, leading to renal tubular necrosis and calcium oxalate crystal formation, causing obstruction and acute renal failure.

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Neurotoxicity of ethylene glycol

Ethylene glycol's toxic metabolites disrupt brain function, causing cerebral edema, confusion, seizures, and coma.

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Respiratory failure in ethylene glycol poisoning

Pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs) and respiratory distress can occur due to the toxic effects of ethylene glycol on the lungs.

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Calcium oxalate crystals

Sharp crystals formed in the kidneys due to ethylene glycol metabolism, leading to obstruction and kidney damage.

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Anion gap

A measure of the difference between cations (positive ions) and anions (negative ions) in the blood. An elevated anion gap is seen in ethylene glycol poisoning due to the accumulation of acidic metabolites.

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What are the key signs and symptoms of ethylene glycol poisoning?

Elevated blood lactate, low bicarbonate, elevated anion gap, presence of oxalate crystals in urine, metabolic acidosis, kidney damage, CNS effects like confusion, seizures, coma, and respiratory distress.

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Metabolic byproducts and their effects

Metabolic byproducts of toxins can lead to metabolic acidosis, oxidative stress, and organ dysfunction.

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Dioxin's main target organ

Dioxin primarily affects the liver, causing fatty changes and cell death.

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Dioxin and skin lesions

Dioxin causes skin lesions known as chloracne, characterized by acne-like bumps and hyperpigmentation.

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How does dioxin affect the lungs?

Dioxin disrupts the immune response in the lungs, causing chronic inflammation and damage.

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Dioxin and blood production

Dioxin can lead to anemia, leukopenia, and thrombocytopenia by impairing the bone marrow's ability to produce blood cells.

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Dioxin's impact on the kidneys

Dioxin induces oxidative stress, leading to kidney damage and potential failure.

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Dioxin and brain function

Dioxin disrupts brain neurotransmitters and increases oxidative stress, potentially causing cognitive deficits and mood disorders.

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Dioxin's effect on the digestive system

Dioxin can disrupt gut motility, alter gut bacteria, and cause inflammation in the digestive system.

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Dioxin's impact on reproduction

Dioxin can interfere with hormone production, leading to infertility in both males and females.

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Ethylene glycol's primary target organ

Ethylene glycol primarily affects the kidneys, leading to damage and potential failure.

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Ethylene glycol's effect on the brain

Ethylene glycol can cause seizures, confusion, and coma by affecting the central nervous system.

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Ethylene glycol's impact on the liver

Ethylene glycol can damage liver cells directly, potentially leading to liver failure.

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Ethylene glycol and blood production

Ethylene glycol can cause anemia by damaging red blood cells.

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Ethylene glycol's effects on the lungs

Ethylene glycol can cause lung irritation, edema, and even ARDs by causing metabolic acidosis.

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Ethylene glycol's impact on the digestive system

Ethylene glycol can cause nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain by irritating the digestive system.

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What is Kussmaul breathing?

Kussmaul respirations are deep, rapid breaths often seen in metabolic acidosis, particularly in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). This type of breathing helps the body compensate for the acidity by expelling more carbon dioxide.

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What is metabolic acidosis?

Metabolic acidosis is a condition where the body's pH becomes too acidic due to an imbalance in the blood's bicarbonate levels. This can be caused by conditions like DKA, kidney failure, and certain poisonings.

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What is an elevated anion gap?

An elevated anion gap indicates metabolic acidosis, suggesting an increase in unmeasured anions in the blood. It's calculated using the formula: Anion Gap = (Na+) - (Cl- + HCO3-).

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What are schistocytes?

Schistocytes are fragmented red blood cells seen on a blood smear. They are a sign of hemolytic anemia, which is caused by the breakdown of red blood cells.

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Why are reticulocytes important?

Reticulocytes are young, immature red blood cells. Their presence indicates that the body is trying to make new blood cells to compensate for the loss of older ones, as in hemolytic anemia.

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What is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?

DKA occurs when the body can't use glucose for energy because of a lack of insulin. Instead, it starts burning fat, leading to a buildup of ketones (acids) in the blood, causing metabolic acidosis. Common symptoms include fruity breath, Kussmaul respirations, and a high anion gap.

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How can you differentiate between causes of metabolic acidosis?

To separate between the various causes of metabolic acidosis, you need to look at the clinical presentation, alongside lab parameters such as blood gas, electrolytes, and anion gap. For instance, a history of diabetes, high blood sugar, and a fruity breath would point towards diabetic ketoacidosis.

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Why are clinical findings important in diagnosing ethylene glycol poisoning?

Clinical findings are crucial in diagnosing ethylene glycol poisoning, as early detection is essential. Symptoms such as confusion, metabolic acidosis, and a high anion gap are major red flags and can be confirmed by blood smear findings such as schistocytes.

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Study Notes

Dioxin (TCDD)

  • Persistent environmental pollutant
  • Highly toxic
  • Sources include industrial processes (chemical manufacturing), herbicides (agent orange), and combustion
  • Mechanism of action involves binding to AhR, altering gene expression, causing oxidative stress, and immune system dysregulation

Ethylene Glycol (EG)

  • Colorless, odorless, sweet-tasting chemical
  • Used in antifreeze, coolants, and solvents
  • Sources include accidental ingestion, industrial use, and contamination
  • Mechanism of action involves metabolism to glycolic acid and oxalic acid

Toxicological Effects of Dioxin

  • Liver: Induces oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptosis of hepatocytes. Histopathology shows fatty change and hepatocellular necrosis.
  • Lungs: Inhalation causes lung damage, inflammation, and fibrosis, potentially leading to asthma or COPD. Histopathology shows acute pulmonary edema, interstitial lung disease, and alveolar macrophage activation.
  • Blood: Alters blood cell production, leading to hematological effects like anemia, leukopenia, and thrombocytopenia.
  • Brain: Chronic exposure can lead to cognitive deficits, neurodevelopmental effects, and mood disorders. Long-term exposure can impair the blood-brain barrier and induce neurodegeneration.
  • Reproductive organs: Alters hormone levels, disrupting spermatogenesis and oogenesis, potentially leading to altered reproductive organ development and function.
  • GI tract: Chronic exposure can induce nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain due to gut motility disruption, gut microbiota alteration and induction of GI inflammation.
  • Skin: Can cause lesions such as chloracne.
  • Kidney: Can cause nephrotoxicity and renal failure due to tubular necrosis and glomerular damage, interstitial fibrosis.

Toxicological Effects of Ethylene Glycol

  • Liver: Poisoning leads to severe metabolic acidosis, fatty liver, centrilobular necrosis, and hepatic failure.
  • Lungs: Leads to respiratory irritation, pulmonary edema, and ARDS. Histopathology shows edematous changes, alveolar damage, and inflammatory cell infiltration.
  • Blood: Results in metabolic acidosis, hemolysis, and renal failure, causing anemia and thrombocytopenia.
  • Brain: Acute poisoning can cause confusion, seizures, and comas. Histopathology shows cerebral edema and necrosis of neurons.
  • Reproductive organs: Not a direct effect but can cause systemic acidosis, potentially impacting fertility.

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Explore the toxicological effects and mechanisms of action of Dioxin (TCDD) and Ethylene Glycol (EG). This quiz covers their sources, health impacts, and specific effects on liver, lungs, and blood systems. Test your knowledge on these environmental pollutants and their toxic ramifications.

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