Paired analysis of meconium and neonatal hair reveals distinct biomarker profiles of prenatal exposure to trace metal elements.
Alsayegh MMA; Sallom BA; Fadel EA; Mayhoub FY · 2026 · Scientific reports
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Prenatal exposure to trace metal elements remains a significant public health concern, particularly because these elements can cross the placental barrier and accumulate in fetal tissues. Meconium and neonatal hair are commonly used as…
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Metadata source: Europe PMC · DOI 10.1038/s41598-026-54043-9