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Inductively coupled plasma (ICP) is the most widely used plasma source in atomic emission spectroscopy (AES), also known as Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES). The ICP source, or torch, consists of three concentric quartz tubes with argon gas flowing through them. A spark from a Tesla coil initiates the ionization of argon, generating a high-temperature plasma.
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ICP - could there be a virus in the works?

Sarah K Giles¹, Wm Bill Hague², Robert A Edwards¹

¹Flinders Accelerator for Microbiome Exploration, Flinders University, Bedford Park, SA, Australia.

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|September 12, 2024

Summary

Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is a common liver disorder in pregnant women. This review explores the potential role of viral infections, including Hepatitis B and C, in causing or worsening ICP.

Keywords:

ICP Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy hepatitis virus

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Area of Science:

Hepatology
Virology
Obstetrics

Background:

Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is the most prevalent liver disorder unique to pregnancy.
It affects 0.6% of pregnant women in Australia and recurs in 70% of cases.
ICP symptoms include pruritus, sleep disturbance, and anxiety, with unknown etiology and optimal management.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the role of viral infections in the etiology and exacerbation of ICP.
To discuss specific viruses implicated in ICP, focusing on Hepatitis B and C viruses.

Main Methods:

Literature review of studies investigating viral infections and ICP.
Analysis of existing research on the association between specific viruses and ICP.

Main Results:

The review examines the potential contribution of various viruses to ICP development.
Hepatitis B and C viruses are discussed as potential factors in ICP.

Conclusions:

Further research is needed to elucidate the role of viruses in ICP.
Understanding viral involvement may lead to improved ICP diagnosis and treatment.