New research involving mice reveals that tattoo ink particles rapidly migrate into lymph nodes within minutes of application and remain detectable for extended periods. The study found that ink exposure led to the death of immune cells, triggered chronic inflammation, and may impair the body’s response to vaccines, including mRNA-based COVID shots. Scientists warn the findings could have implications for long-term immune function in people with tattoos. The results highlight a potential link between tattoo pigments and lasting immune system changes.
Mouse research shows tattoo pigments move into lymph nodes within minutes and persist for months Ink triggered immune-cell death, chronic inflammation and weakened response to an mRNA COVID shot ...
