research Hair Testing in Forensic Toxicology: Recent Insights From Root to Tip
Hair testing is a useful method for detecting past substance use and recent advancements improve its accuracy and reliability.
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60-90 / 754 resultsresearch O13: Interpretation of hair ethyl glucuronide inter-individual factors from large population dataset
Older age increases positive hair alcohol test results, and chest hair is a good alternative for testing; season affects results, with higher levels in winter.
research Exploring the possibility of predicting human head hair greying from DNA using whole-exome and targeted NGS data
Hair greying is mainly influenced by age, with genetics playing a smaller role.
research Determination of As by instrumental neutron activation analysis in sectioned hair samples for forensic purposes: chronic or acute poisoning?
The woman likely died from acute arsenic poisoning, not chronic exposure.
research Peer Review #2 of "Human hair shaft proteomic profiling: individual differences, site specificity and cuticle analysis (v0.1)"
The research found that people's hair proteins vary, especially by ethnicity and body part, which could help identify individuals in forensic science.
research Peer Review #1 of "Human hair shaft proteomic profiling: individual differences, site specificity and cuticle analysis (v0.1)"
The research found that people's hair proteins vary by individual and body part, with some differences between ethnic groups, which could help in forensics.
research Blockades in the Pathway of Speciality Care in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Report Based on Indian Rheumatology Association Database
Educating primary care doctors and improving referrals to rheumatologists can reduce delays in treating lupus patients.
research Specific interpretation of hair concentrations in 2 fatal metformin intoxication cases
Hair analysis showed very high metformin levels in two fatal overdose cases, suggesting it's useful in forensics but sweat may affect results.
research Within-person changes of cortisol, dehydroepiandrosterone, testosterone, estradiol, and progesterone in hair across pregnancy, with comparison to a non-pregnant reference group
Hormone levels in hair change during pregnancy, with progesterone increasing significantly compared to non-pregnant women.
research Optimal processing for proteomic genotyping of single human hairs
The method improved hair analysis for better forensic identification.
research Relative studies between hair index, hair area, and medullary index with age and sex in Thai scalp hair
Hair area varies with age and sex, but hair index and medullary index do not.
research Proteomic Analysis of Single Hairs
Hair proteins are complex and provide valuable genetic and biological information.
research Characteristics of Cut Head Hair: An Evidence in Criminal Investigations
Cut hair can help link suspects to crime scenes.
research HAIR ANALYSIS FOR DRUGS OF ABUSE. PLAUSIBILITY OF INTERPRETATION
Hair analysis can detect drug use but requires careful interpretation due to its complexity.
research Influence of Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana extracts on the urinary concentrations of endogenous anabolic steroids: Relevance to doping analysis
Taking Saw palmetto and Pygeum africana can change the levels of certain steroids in urine, which could cause confusion in doping tests.
research Detection of cortisol, estradiol, and testosterone in archaeological human hair from the Dakhleh Oasis, Egypt
Ancient hair can preserve hormones, revealing health and fertility insights.
research Uncovering the complex relationship between balding, testosterone and skin cancers in men
Men with baldness are more prone to skin cancers on the scalp due to sun exposure, not testosterone.
research Scalp hair sweating as a predictor of hair cortisol level in human compared to obesity and other confounders
Scalp hair sweating is a significant predictor of hair cortisol levels.
research Histological characteristics of hair follicle pattern in Indian bison (Bos gaurus), black buck (Antelope cervicapra) and nilgai (Boselaphus tragocamelus)
Indian bison, black buck, and nilgai have distinct hair follicle patterns useful for species identification.
research Facial skin aging: an integrative analysis of genetics, epigenetics, and lifestyle factors
Genetics, epigenetics, and lifestyle all influence facial skin aging.
research Estudo da diversidade dos genes MC1R e SLC24A5 em populações globais: avaliação de aspectos evolutivos e ambientais
SLC24A5 shows a clear selective sweep, but no link to UV radiation intensity.
research A replication study confirmed the EDAR gene to be a major contributor to population differentiation regarding head hair thickness in Asia
The EDAR gene greatly affects hair thickness in Asian populations.
research The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic and Lockdown on Alcohol Consumption: A Perspective From Hair Analysis
Overall alcohol consumption decreased during lockdown, but heavy drinkers consumed more.
research Systems Approach to Human Hair Fibers: Interdependence Between Physical, Mechanical, Biochemical and Geometric Properties of Natural Healthy Hair
Hair properties are interconnected; a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary approach is essential for understanding hair behavior.
research A Comparison of Morphometric Features of Scalp Hair among Different Regions of India
Scalp hair characteristics vary across different regions of India and can help identify a person's origin.
research Influence of Chemical Straightening on the Stability of Drugs of Abuse in Hair
Chemical hair straightening significantly reduces detectable drug levels in hair.
research Ethnopharmacological study about Glycyrrhiza glabra L. (Licorice) based on Ayurveda, An Indian System of Traditional Medicine- A Review
Licorice has many traditional health benefits, but more research is needed to fully support these claims.
research Toxoplasma gondii infection and testosterone alteration: A systematic review and meta-analyses
Toxoplasma gondii infection may increase testosterone levels in males.
research Patients, Power and Responsibility
The document concludes that while some advocate for a patient voucher system, it may be unequal and current healthcare reforms should be given a chance, and it also recommends various medical books for their comprehensive coverage and advice on specific health issues.
research Survival Skills for Doctors and their Families
Doctors should set boundaries and seek outside help for family medical issues.