The intake of trace element selenium by Norilsk citizens was assessed by its levels in the serum, food and soil. It was found that soil and food made in the Norilsk region are rich in selenium, its serum concentration in the population is normal (102 micrograms/l). References to such values for the Moscow and Zaporoje (Ukraine) regions are made. Low selenium levels in the serum may be indicative of pulmonary diseases.
Female Food Analysis