Hepatoprotective effects of medicinal plants on CCL4 live...
Ali, Sanaa Ahmed / Rizk, Maha Zaki / Mostafa, Magda M.
CCl4 is a halogen aliphatic hydrocarbon derived from methane with an aromatic sweet odor, and heavier than water in which it is sparingly soluble. Its use is very much restricted on account of the fact that its toxicity can manifest itself after simple inhaling. CCl4 has been widely used as a dry-cleaning solvent and in-fire-extinguishers because it is a non-flammable liquid. The experimental model of CCl4 treatment in rats has been extensivel...