title: [Beta-carotene and prevention of lung carcinoma].
abstract: The recent findings are critically reviewed on metabolism, pharmacokinetics, both nutritional and biochemical epidemiology, and the probable mechanisms of chemopreventive action. Some recommendations of practical value are highlighted.
authors.affiliation: Ustav jaderného výzkumu, Rez.
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Berák
mesh_terms: D002338:Carotenoids / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000502:physiology; D004032:Diet; D006801:Humans; D008175:Lung Neoplasms / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D012307:Risk Factors; D019207:beta Carotene
chemical_list: D019207:beta Carotene; D002338:Carotenoids
vernacular_title: Beta-karoten a prevence plicního karcinomu.