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Influence of a single gamma-irradiation on rat microflora
K Benová1, M Falis, M Toropila
1University of Veterinary Medicine, 040 01 Kosice, Slovakia.
Folia Microbiologica
|November 9, 2002
Abstract:
Changes in leukocyte counts and in the gut microflora of laboratory rats irradiated with single whole-body dose of gamma rays (5.0 Gy) were determined. The number of leukocytes was lower especially 1 and 2 weeks after irradiation. A significant decrease in lymphocytes was observed 1 week and in monocytes 1 and 2 weeks after irradiation. In parallel with these changes, an increase in common microflora was observed; some microorganisms, which normally are not present in duodenum, liver and mouth cavity, were detected in these organs.