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Nitrate/Nitrite Toxicity

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Figure 1. Structures of Nitrate and Nitrite Ions

Figure 2. The Nitrogen Cycle

Figure 3. Schematic diagram of the physiologic disposition of nitrate, nitrite, and nitric oxide (NO) from exogenous (dietary) and endogenous sources.

Figure 4. Oxy-Hemoglobin Dissociation Curve

Figure 5. Fetal Hemoglobin Saturation Curve

Figure 6. Methylene Blue Pathway, Pharmacodynamics

Tables

Table 1. Nitrate Content of Selected Vegetables

Table 2. Reported Inducers of Methemoglobinemia

Table 3. Signs and Symptoms of Methemoglobinemia

Table 4. Suggested Lab Tests for Methemoglobinemia Workup