1.Analysis of the content of five radionuclides in wild edible fungi
Zhenglin YE ; Qiang ZHOU ; Fei TUO ; Baolu YANG ; Zeshu LI ; Weihao QIN ; Shuying KONG
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health 2025;34(2):242-248
Objective To determine the content and distribution characteristics of the artificial radionuclide 137Cs and the natural radionuclides 210Pb, 226Ra, 228Ra, and 40K in wild edible fungi, and calculate the committed effective dose due to 137Cs and 210Pb in wild edible fungi. Methods Thirty samples of wild edible fungi were collected and their caps and stems were separated. A total of 60 samples were measured for 137Cs, 210Pb, 226Ra, 228Ra, and 40K using a BE5030 wide-energy, low-background, high-purity germanium γ spectrometer. The paired analysis of the four radionuclides 226Ra, 210Pb, 137Cs, and 40K was performed using SPSS 11.5. Results Among the 60 samples, the detection rates and dry weight specific activity ranges of 137Cs, 210Pb, 226Ra, 228Ra, and 40K were 97% and 0.62-384 Bq/kg, 73% and 6.4-159 Bq/kg, 52% and 0.7-28.8 Bq/kg, 5% and 0.43-2.18 Bq/kg and 100% and (77.4-264) × 10 Bq/kg, respectively. Conclusion Based on the analysis of the 60 samples, the detection rate of radionuclides is in the order of 40K, 137Cs, 210Pb, 226Ra, and 228Ra. In terms of the specific activity, the distribution of 40K and 226Ra in wild edible fungi in the same region is basically uniform, while the content of 210Pb and 137Cs fluctuates in different samples. Although 137Cs and 210Pb can be detected in most of the wild edible fungi, the annual committed effective dose due to ingestion of wild edible fungi is negligible.
2.Interpretation of Gamma-ray spectrometry method for the determination of radionuclides in environmental and biological samples
Fei TUO ; Qiang ZHOU ; Baolu YANG ; Zeshu LI ; Weihao QIN ; S' ; huying KONG
Chinese Journal of Radiological Health 2024;33(2):111-115
Abstract
As a rapid analytical method for both the types and activities of γ radionuclides, the γ-ray spectrometry method is
widely used in the measurement of γ radionuclides in environmental and biological samples. The Gamma-ray Spectrometry
Method for the Determination of Radionuclides in Environmental and Biological Samples (GB/T 16145—2022)was implemented on July 1, 2023, replacing the Determination of Radionuclides in Soil by Gamma Spectrometry (GB/T
11743—2013), Determination of Radionuclides in Water by Gamma Spectrometry (GB/T 16140—2018), Gamma Spectrometry Method of Analyzing Radionuclides in Biological Samples (GB/T 16145—2020), and Determination of Radionuclides
in Air by Gamma Spectrometry (WS/T 184—2017). The background of the revised standard, the content and basis of the
main revisions, and some issues that need to be discussed are briefly explained in this paper, in order to provide a useful reference for the detection of radioactivity in soil, water, biological, and air samples, as well as samples of similar matrices.
3.Pollution status and distribution characteristics of indoor air bacteria in subway stations and compartments in a city of Central South China
Shuyan CHENG ; Zhuojia GUI ; Liqin SU ; Guozhong TIAN ; Tanxi GE ; Jiao LUO ; Ranqi SHAO ; Feng LI ; Weihao XI ; Chunliang ZHOU ; Wei PENG ; Minlan PENG ; Min YANG ; Bike ZHANG ; Xianliang WANG ; Xiaoyuan YAO
Journal of Environmental and Occupational Medicine 2024;41(7):801-806
Background Bacteria are the most diverse and widely sourced microorganisms in the indoor air of subway stations, where pathogenic bacteria can spread through the air, leading to increased health risks. Objective To understand the status and distribution characteristics of indoor air bacterial pollution in subway stations and compartments in a city of Central South China, and to provide a scientific basis for formulating intervention measures to address indoor air bacteria pollution in subways. Methods Three subway stations and the compartments of trains parking there in a city in Central South China were selected according to passenger flow for synchronous air sampling and monitoring. Temperature, humidity, wind speed, carbon dioxide (CO2), fine particulate matter (PM2.5), and inhalable particulate matter (PM10) were measured by direct reading method. In accordance with the requirements of Examination methods for public places-Part 3: Airborne microorganisms (GB/T 18204.3-2013), air samples were collected at a flow rate of 28.3 L·min−1, and total bacterial count was estimated. Bacterial microbial species were identified with a mass spectrometer and pathogenic bacteria were distinguished from non-pathogenic bacteria according to the Catalogue of pathogenic microorganisms transmitted to human beings issued by National Health Commission. Kruskal-Wallis H test was used to compare the subway hygiene indicators in different regions and time periods, and Bonferroni test was used for pairwise comparison. Spearman correlation test was used to evaluate the correlation between CO2 concentration and total bacterial count. Results The pass rates were 100.0% for airborne total bacteria count, PM2.5, and PM10 in the subway stations and train compartments, 94.4% for temperature and wind speed, 98.6% for CO2, but 0% for humidity. The overall median (P25, P75) total bacteria count was 177 (138,262) CFU·m−3. Specifically, the total bacteria count was higher in station halls than in platforms, and higher during morning peak hours than during evening peak hours (P<0.05). A total of 874 strains and 82 species were identified by automatic microbial mass spectrometry. The results of identification were all over 9 points, and the predominant bacteria in the air were Micrococcus luteus (52.2%) and Staphylococcus hominis (9.8%). Three pathogens, Acinetobacter baumannii (0.3%), Corynebacterium striatum (0.1%), and Staphylococcus epidermidis bacilli (2.2%) were detected in 23 samples (2.6%), and the associated locations were mainly distributed in train compartments during evening rush hours. Conclusion The total bacteria count in indoor air varies by monitoring sites of subway stations and time periods, and there is a risk of opportunistic bacterial infection. Attention should be paid to cleaning and disinfection during peak passenger flow hours in all areas.
4.The treatment strategies and progresses in upper lip rejuvenation
Weihao SONG ; Yongjie WANG ; Xinghua YANG
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2024;40(10):1137-1141
The upper lip is a fundamental component of facial aesthetics, playing a crucial role in facial attraction and emotional expression. The aging of the upper lip is primarily attributed to the absorption of the bony supporting structure and the atrophy of the soft tissue. Currently, upper lip rejuvenation techniques mainly include lip lifting, filling treatments, and complementary skin resurfacing. This review outlines various treatment strategies and highlights recent advancements in upper lip rejuvenation, concluding that tailored treatment plans can be developed for varying degrees of aging. Comprehensive approaches can lead to satisfactory outcomes in lip rejuvenation.
5.The treatment strategies and progresses in upper lip rejuvenation
Weihao SONG ; Yongjie WANG ; Xinghua YANG
Chinese Journal of Plastic Surgery 2024;40(10):1137-1141
The upper lip is a fundamental component of facial aesthetics, playing a crucial role in facial attraction and emotional expression. The aging of the upper lip is primarily attributed to the absorption of the bony supporting structure and the atrophy of the soft tissue. Currently, upper lip rejuvenation techniques mainly include lip lifting, filling treatments, and complementary skin resurfacing. This review outlines various treatment strategies and highlights recent advancements in upper lip rejuvenation, concluding that tailored treatment plans can be developed for varying degrees of aging. Comprehensive approaches can lead to satisfactory outcomes in lip rejuvenation.
6.Aberrant dynamic functional connectivity of thalamocortical circuitry in major depressive disorder
ZHENG WEIHAO ; ZHANG QIN ; ZHAO ZIYANG ; ZHANG PENGFEI ; ZHAO LEILEI ; WANG XIAOMIN ; YANG SONGYU ; ZHANG JING ; YAO ZHIJUN ; HU BIN
Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B 2024;25(10):857-877,中插1-中插11
Thalamocortical circuitry has a substantial impact on emotion and cognition.Previous studies have demonstrated alterations in thalamocortical functional connectivity(FC),characterized by region-dependent hypo-or hyper-connectivity,among individuals with major depressive disorder(MDD).However,the dynamical reconfiguration of the thalamocortical system over time and potential abnormalities in dynamic thalamocortical connectivity associated with MDD remain unclear.Hence,we analyzed dynamic FC(dFC)between ten thalamic subregions and seven cortical subnetworks from resting-state functional magnetic resonance images of 48 patients with MDD and 57 healthy controls(HCs)to investigate time-varying changes in thalamocortical FC in patients with MDD.Moreover,dynamic laterality analysis was conducted to examine the changes in functional lateralization of the thalamocortical system over time.Correlations between the dynamic measures of thalamocortical FC and clinical assessment were also calculated.We identified four dynamic states of thalamocortical circuitry wherein patients with MDD exhibited decreased fractional time and reduced transitions within a negative connectivity state that showed strong correlations with primary cortical networks,compared with the HCs.In addition,MDD patients also exhibited increased fluctuations in functional laterality in the thalamocortical system across the scan duration.The thalamo-subnetwork analysis unveiled abnormal dFC variability involving higher-order cortical networks in the MDD cohort.Significant correlations were found between increased dFC variability with dorsal attention and default mode networks and the severity of symptoms.Our study comprehensively investigated the pattern of alteration of the thalamocortical dFC in MDD patients.The heterogeneous alterations of dFC between the thalamus and both primary and higher-order cortical networks may help characterize the deficits of sensory and cognitive processing in MDD.
7.Dapansutrile(OLT1177)alleviates acute radiation-induced lung injury
Weihao CI ; Yating LI ; Litao XU ; Chen CHEN ; Xiaoming YANG ; Guangming REN
Military Medical Sciences 2024;48(5):334-339
Objective To investigate the therapeutic effect and mechanism of NLRP3 inflammasome inhibitor-dapansutrile(OLT1177)-against acute radiation lung injury.Methods Mice were divided into the control group,OLT1177 injection group,irradiation group,and irradiation+OLT1177 injection group.A single dose of 22 Gy whole-lung 60Co radiation was used to establish a model of acute radiation lung injury.After 6 h of radiation,OLT1177(100mg/kg,once daily)was administered intraperitoneally.After 14 consecutive days of administration,lung tissues were collected and weighed while the lung coefficient was calculated.Hematoxylin-eosin(HE)staining and F4/80 immuno-histochemical staining were used to observe the pathological changes and inflammatory cell infiltration in lung tissues.Real-time quantitative PCR(qPCR)was used to detect the transcription levels of NLRP3,IL-1β,and other mRNAs in lung tissues.Serum cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6 were measured by cytometric bead array(CBA).The activation of Caspase-1 and IL-18 was detected by Western blotting.Results Radiation caused acute inflammation in the lung tissues of mice,manifested as edema in the lung tissues and destruction of the alveolar structure,increased macrophage infiltration,and elevated expressions of inflammatory genes NLRP3,IL-1β,TNF-α,and IL-6 in the lung tissues and higher serum levels of TNF-α,IL-6.Treatment with OLT1177 significantly improved the above symptoms induced by radiation.OLT1177 inhibited the activation of NLRP3 inflammasome downstream Caspase-1 and IL-18 induced by radiation.Conclusion OLT1177 can significantly alleviate acute radiation lung injury in mice,which may be due to its inhibition of NLRP3 inflammasome activation induced by radiation.
8.Influence of birthweight and delivery mode on obesity among primary school students in Guangzhou
Chinese Journal of School Health 2021;42(2):277-281
Objective:
To explore the influence of birthweight and delivery mode on overweight/obesity and abdominal obesity in primary school students, and to provide evidence for childhood obesity prevention.
Methods:
After physical examination, questionnaire survey was conducted among 3 361 students and their parents from 3 primary schools in Guangzhou selected through stratified clustering sampling. Information about birthweight and delivery mode was collected. Logistic regression model was used to analyze the association of birthweight and delivery mode with overweight/obesity and abdominal obesity. The multiplicative interaction term and the Delta method was used to explore the potential interaction.
Results:
The prevalence rate of overweight and obesity for primary school students was 21.33%, and the rate of abdominal obesity was 12.08%. Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that delivery by cesarean section was associated with 44% increased risk of overweight/obesity(OR=1.44, 95%CI=1.16-1.80), as compared to vaginal delivery. Higher birthweight was linked to increased risk of overweight/obesity(OR=1.62, 95%CI=1.09-2.42). There was no significant association of birth weight and delivery mode with abdominal obesity in multivariate analysis(P>0.05). Additionally, a positive additive interaction was seen between delivery mode and parental obesity for students risk of overweight/obesity(RERI=0.33, 95%CI=0.02-0.65), as well as for the risk of abdominal obesity(RERI=0.39, 95%CI=0.12-0.65).
Conclusion
Cesarean section delivery and higher birthweight are linked to increased risk of overweight and obesity in primary school students. The synergistic effect of cesarean section and parental obesity may increase the risk of childhood obesity.
9.Analysis of influencing factors of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in healthy people: Based on nested case control study
Zhenzhen HAN ; Weihao YANG ; Mingliang LI ; Guanhui MA ; Chao ZHU ; Guobao XIA ; Ying ZHOU ; Feng LIU
Clinical Medicine of China 2021;37(2):141-147
Objective:Based on the occupational cohort of Beijing Medical Examination Center, to explored the relevant factors of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and to provide scientific basis for screening and early diagnosis of NAFLD in high-risk population.Methods:Based on the cohort of occupational population who underwent physical examination in Beijing physical examination center from January to December 2009, the physical examination indexes were collected, and a retrospective survival cohort with a follow-up period of 3 years was established.According to the idea of nested case-control study, each case was randomly matched with the same gender, age and physical examination time in the same month by using the method of random sampling without putting back.Conditional logistic regression model was established by using the matched data.The diagnostic value of related indicators for NAFLD was analyzed by receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC).Results:A total of 1 194 subjects were included, including 684 males (57.3%, 684/1 194) and 510 females (42.7%, 510/1 194). The age was (50.8±11.6) years.The age ranged from 24.0 to 88.0 years.There were 597 patients with NAFLD, including 342 males and 255 females.Logistic regression analysis showed that body mass index, high density lipoprotein cholesterol, hemoglobin, platelet count, uric acid and urea nitrogen were statistically significant in male model (all P<0.05). Body mass index( OR=1.242, 95% CI 1.143-1.349, P<0.001), hemoglobin( OR=1.034, 95% CI 1.015-1.053, P<0.001), platelet( OR=1.005, 95% CI 1.002-1.009, P=0.005), uric acid( OR=1.004, 95% CI 1.001-1.006, P=0.004), high density lipoprotein cholesterol( OR=0.377, 95% CI 0.184-0.775, P=0.008) and urea nitrogen( OR=0.807, 95% CI 0.693-0.938, P=0.005) were protective factors for NAFLD in male patients..Body mass index( OR=1.552, 95% CI 1.366-1.762, P<0.001), triglyceride ( OR=2.606, 95% CI 1.616-4.204, P<0.001), blood glucose( OR=2.199, 95% CI 1.332-3.631, P=0.002), uric acid( OR=1.005, 95% CI 1.001-1.010, P=0.024) in female model were statistically significant ( P<0.05), and were risk factors for NAFLD in female patients. Conclusion:The incidence rate of NAFLD was different among different gender and age, body mass index, high density lipoprotein cholesterol, hemoglobin, platelet count, uric acid, urea nitrogen, triglyceride and blood glucose were closely related to the incidence of NAFLD.
10.Analysis of the effect of home quarantine on blood lipid and glucose of healthy adults during the COVID-19 epidemic times based on the data of physical examination
Feng LIU ; Junming HAN ; Weihao YANG ; Mingliang LI ; Chao ZHU ; Guobao XIA ; Ying ZHOU ; Guanhui MA ; Jingbo ZHANG
Chinese Journal of Health Management 2021;15(2):134-137
Objective:To analyze the effect of home quarantine on blood glucose and lipids in healthy adults during the COVID-19 epidemic times.Method:From April 7, 2020 to May 1, 2020, 512 adults wereexamined in Beijing physical examination center, of which 87 adults aged olderthan 18, received community closed management or home quarantine from January 23, 2020 to March 30, 2020, and theadultshad physical examination in Beijing physical examination center in the same month of 2018 and 2019 were selected as controls. The change trend of blood glucose and blood lipid acrossthe three years was analyzed by one-way repeated measurement of variance, and the difference of blood lipid and blood glucose between two years of physical examination was further analyzed by Bonferroni method. Datawereanalyzed by gender.Result:Among the 87 subjects, 36 (41.4%) were male and 51(58.6%) were female. The average age was (46.3±13.2) years and ranged from 24 to 74. The difference of high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), triglyceride (TG), total cholesterol (TC) and fasting blood glucose (FBG) among 2018, 2019 and 2020 was statistically significant (all P<0.05), while differences in LDL-C, TC and FBG were statistically significant for males (all P<0.05) and HDL-C, LDL-C, TC and FBG were statistically significant for females (all P<0.05). HDL-C in 2018and 2020were significantly lower than that in 2019 [(1.27±0.29), (1.30±0.31) vs. (1.36±0.34) mmol/L], LDL-C in 2020was significantly higher than that in 2018and 2019 [(3.11±0.88) vs. (2.81±0.77), (2.84±0.71) mmol/L], TG in 2020 was significantly higher than that in 2019[(1.54±1.17) vs. (1.32±0.80) mmol/L], TC in 2019and 2020were significantly higher than that in 2018 [(4.88±0.94), (5.10±0.99) vs. (4.63±0.90) mmol/L], and the FBG in 2019and 2020were significantly lower than that in 2018 [(5.34±1.17), (5.44±1.58) vs. (5.84±1.70) mmol/L] (all P<0.05). The comparative analysis of men and women showed that the means of LDL-C, TG, TC and FBG of men were higher than those of women while the mean of HDL-C was lower than that of women in each year; compared with 2019, the increase of LDL-C and TC of men was obvious while the decrease of HDL-C of women was obvious (all P<0.05) in 2020. Conclusion:During the epidemic period of COVID-19, the home quarantine has adverse effects on blood glucose and lipid.


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