Fine particulate matter PM2.5 and its constituent, hexavalent chromium induce acute cytotoxicity in human airway epithelial cells via inflammasome-mediated pyroptosis
Aekkacha Moonwiriyakit, Sasiwimol Dinsuwannakol, Jenjira Sontikun, Kanokphorn Timpratueang, Chatchai Muanprasat, Phisit Khemawoot
Topics & Concepts
PyroptosisCytotoxicityProinflammatory cytokineInflammasomeHexavalent chromiumChemistryCytotoxic T cellApoptosisImmunologyPharmacologyInflammationBiologyIn vitroBiochemistryChromiumReceptorOrganic chemistryAir Quality and Health ImpactsHeme Oxygenase-1 and Carbon MonoxideHeavy Metal Exposure and Toxicity