Research strategies for safety evaluation of nanomaterials. Part V: Role of dissolution in biological fate and effects of nanoscale particles

Borm, P; Klaessig, FC; Landry, TD; Moudgil, B; Pauluhn, J; Thomas, K; Trottier, R; Wood, S

HERO ID

88034

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Journal Article

Year

2006

Language

English

PMID

16396841

HERO ID 88034
In Press No
Year 2006
Title Research strategies for safety evaluation of nanomaterials. Part V: Role of dissolution in biological fate and effects of nanoscale particles
Authors Borm, P; Klaessig, FC; Landry, TD; Moudgil, B; Pauluhn, J; Thomas, K; Trottier, R; Wood, S
Journal Toxicological Sciences
Volume 90
Issue 1
Page Numbers 23-32
Abstract Dissolution, translocation, and disposition have been shown to play a key role in the fate and effects of inhaled particles and fibers. Concepts that have been applied in the micron size range may be usefully applied to the nanoscale range, but new challenges are presented based on the small size and possible change in the dissolution:translocation relationship. The size of the component molecule itself may be on the nanoscale. Solute concentration, surface area, surface morphology, surface energy, dissolution layer properties, adsorbing species, and aggregation are relevant parameters in considering dissolution at the nanoscale. With regard to the etiopathology caused by these types of particulates, the metrics of dose (particle number, surface area, mass or shape) is not yet well defined. Analytical procedures for assessing dissolution and translocation include chemical assay and particle characterization. Leaching of substituents from particle surfaces may also be important. Compartmentalization within the respiratory tract may add another dimension of complexity. Dissolution may be a critical step for some nanoscale materials in determining fate in the environment and within the body. This review, combining aspects of particle toxicology, material science, and analytical chemistry, is intended to provide a useful basis for developing relevant dissolution assay(s) for nanoscale particles.
Doi 10.1093/toxsci/kfj084
Pmid 16396841
Wosid WOS:000235429400003
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Comments ECRIB.Toxicol. Sci. 90: 23-32.
Is Public Yes
Language Text English
Keyword dissolution; nanotechnology; nanoscale particles; ultrafine
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