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[Selenium. Its physiologic and clinical importance]

A P da Silva1

  • 1Instituto de Química Fisiológica, Faculdade de Medicina de Lisboa.

Acta Medica Portuguesa
|July 1, 1993
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Selenium, a vital element discovered in 1817, is crucial for cellular protection and has no known pathological symptoms in its absence. This review covers its history, properties, nutrition, and therapeutic potential.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Nutritional Science
  • Toxicology

Context:

  • Selenium, identified in 1817, plays a significant role in biological systems.
  • Understanding selenium's biological importance is crucial for human and animal health.
  • Historical and current research highlights selenium's multifaceted functions.

Purpose:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of selenium.
  • To discuss selenium's historical context, properties, and sources.
  • To explore selenium's nutritional value, metabolism, and biochemical functions.
  • To examine the therapeutic applications of selenium in humans and animals.

Summary:

  • This revised work examines the historical aspects of selenium, including its characteristics, properties, and sources.

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  • It details selenium's nutritional value, metabolism, and its physiopathological and biochemical functions in humans.
  • The review also considers future therapeutic applications for both humans and animals, incorporating traditional treatment methods.

    • Impact:

    • Provides a foundational understanding of selenium's biological significance.
    • Highlights selenium's role in cellular protection and overall health.
    • Informs future research and therapeutic strategies involving selenium supplementation and treatment.