Large effects from small exposures. III. Endocrine mechanisms mediating effects of bisphenol A at levels of human exposure.

WV, Welshons; SC, Nagel; Saal FS, vom

doi:10.1210/en.2005-1159

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Large effects from small exposures. III. Endocrine mechanisms mediating effects of bisphenol A at levels of human exposure.

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Authors:

Welshons WV

Nagel SC

vom Saal FS

Abstract

Over 6 billion pounds per year of the estrogenic monomer bisphenol A (BPA) are used to manufacture polycarbonate plastic products, in resins lining metal cans, in dental sealants, and in blends with other types of plastic products. The ester bond linking BPA molecules in polycarbonate and resins und...

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