EFFECTS OF NITROGEN TRIFLUORIDE ON CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM OF RATS,
Abstract
Rats were exposed for 1 minute to tracheal inhalation of nitrogen trifluoride (NF3) gas to determine its toxic effects upon the cardiovascular system. These rats had a definite decrease in diastolic pressure, systolic pressure, and heart rate. Similarly, rats that prebreathed oxygen for 5 minutes before exposure had the same changes in the cardiovascular system as those breathing only NF3. However, animals which inhaled oxygen for 5 minutes immediately after exposure to NF3 showed a temporary increase in diastolic pressure, systolic pressure, and heart rate. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0705045
Entities
People
- Lloyd L. Foster
Organizations
- United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine