by rob.r | Oct 21, 2021 | Health Solutions
Iodine Test
Iodine deficiency is re-emerging in many locations around the world. Since this essential mineral is required for the synthesis of thyroid hormones, the major indication of an iodine deficiency include hypothyroid symptoms. (more…)
by rob.r | Oct 21, 2021 | Health Solutions
ABSTRACT
Objective: Patients with primary head and neck cancer show a predisposition to develop esophageal cancer. The aim of this study was to investigate in these patients: the prevalence of esophageal cancer comparing the value of chromoendoscopy using Lugol’s solution examination to standard endoscopy, in the early diagnosis of esophageal cancer. (more…)
by rob.r | Oct 21, 2021 | Health Solutions
Iodophors
Overview.
Iodine solutions or tinctures long have been used by health professionals primarily as antiseptics on skin or tissue. Iodophors, on the other hand, have been used both as antiseptics and disinfectants. (more…)
by rob.r | Oct 21, 2021 | Health Solutions
Abstract
The effects of three representative disinfectants, chlorine (sodium hypochlorite), iodine (potassium tetraglicine triiodide), and quaternary ammonium compound (didecyldimethylammonium chloride), on several exotic disease viruses were examined. (more…)
by rob.r | Oct 21, 2021 | Health Solutions
Abstract
Iodine is a micronutrient required for thyroid hormone production. This review highlights the history of the discovery of iodine and its uses, discusses the sources of iodine nutrition, and summarizes the current recommendations for iodine intake with a focus on women of childbearing age. (more…)