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The importance of monitoring endocrine-disrupting chemicals and essential elements in biological samples of fertilizer industry workers.
Ning, Jiajing; Akhter, Tazeem; Sarfraz, Muddassar; Afridi, Hassan Imran; Albasher, Gadah; Unar, Ahsanullah.
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  • Ning J; Environmental Science and Engineering, Guizhou University, Guiyang, 550025, China.
  • Akhter T; Public Health Department, University of Health Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan.
  • Sarfraz M; School of Management, Zhejiang Shuren University, 310015, Hangzhou, PR China. Electronic address: muddassar.sarfraz@gmail.com.
  • Afridi HI; National Center of Excellence in Analytical Chemistry, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, 76080-Pakistan.
  • Albasher G; Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • Unar A; School of Life Sciences, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, China; Department of Translational Medicine, University of Campania 'L. Vanvitelli, Naples, Italy.
Environ Res ; 231(Pt 2): 116173, 2023 08 15.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37244497
ABSTRACT
Exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) can lead to adverse health effects, including immune and endocrine system disruption, respiratory problems, metabolic issues, diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular problems, growth impairment, neurological and learning disabilities, and cancer. Fertilizers, which contain varying levels of heavy metals, are known to pose a significant risk to human health, especially for those residing or working near fertilizer industries. This study aimed to investigate the levels of toxic elements in biological samples of individuals working in a fertilizer industry's quality control and production units and those residing within 100-500 m of the industry. Biological samples, including scalp hair and whole blood, were collected from fertilizer workers, individuals living in the same residential area, and control age-matched persons from nonindustrial areas. The samples were oxidized by an acid mixture before analysis using atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The accuracy and validity of the methodology were verified through certified reference materials from scalp hair and whole blood. The results showed that the concentrations of toxic elements, such as cadmium and lead, were higher in biological samples of quality control and production employees. In contrast, lower essential element levels (iron and zinc) were detected in their samples. These levels were higher than those found in samples collected from residents living within 10-500 m of the fertilizer manufacturing facilities and unexposed areas. This study highlights the significance of adopting better practices to reduce exposure to harmful substances and protect the health of fertilizer industry workers and the environment. It also suggests that policymakers and industry leaders should take measures to minimize exposure to EDCs and heavy metals to promote worker safety and public health. These measures could include implementing strict regulations and better occupational health practices to reduce toxic exposure and promote a safer work environment.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Banco de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Oligoelementos / Metales Pesados / Disruptores Endocrinos Límite: Humans Idioma: En Revista: Environ Res Año: 2023 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: China

Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Banco de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Oligoelementos / Metales Pesados / Disruptores Endocrinos Límite: Humans Idioma: En Revista: Environ Res Año: 2023 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: China