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Kerosene absorption in primates.

M D Mann, D J Pirie, J Wolfsdorf

    The Journal of Pediatrics
    |September 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Primates absorb small amounts of kerosene from the gastrointestinal tract. Studies show minimal uptake in tissues and no observed neurological effects in baboons after kerosene ingestion.

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    Area of Science:

    • Toxicology
    • Pharmacokinetics

    Background:

    • Kerosene ingestion can occur, necessitating understanding of its absorption and effects in biological systems.
    • Primates, including humans, may be exposed to kerosene through various routes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the gastrointestinal absorption and tissue distribution of kerosene components in a primate model.
    • To assess potential neurological effects following kerosene exposure in baboons.

    Main Methods:

    • Kerosene, radiolabeled with 3H-toluene and 14C-hexadecane, was administered via nasogastric tube to tracheostomized baboons.
    • Tissue samples were collected six hours post-administration for analysis of radioactive label recovery.
    • Neurological behavior was monitored throughout the study period.

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    Main Results:

    • Radioactive labels from both 3H-toluene and 14C-hexadecane were detected in all analyzed tissues.
    • 3H-toluene demonstrated greater absorption and tissue uptake compared to 14C-hexadecane.
    • No gross neurological signs or behavioral abnormalities were observed in the baboons.

    Conclusions:

    • Primates can absorb kerosene from the gastrointestinal tract.
    • The absorbed volumes of kerosene appear to be minimal.
    • Kerosene ingestion at the studied volumes does not induce overt neurological signs in primates.