Document ID (ISN) | 68108 |
CIS number |
96-2106 |
ISSN - Serial title |
0355-3140 - Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment and Health |
Year |
1994 |
Convention or series no. |
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Author(s) |
Demers P.A., Schade W.J., Demers R.Y. |
Title |
Lymphocytopenia and occupational exposures among pattern and model makers |
Bibliographic information |
Apr. 1994, Vol.20, No.2, p.107-112. 24 ref. |
Abstract |
This study was performed to examine the relationship between a high prevalence of lymphocytopenia observed during a cancer screening programme for pattern and model makers, and 15 occupational exposures. Elevated risks were associated with exposure to epoxy resins and plastic dusts after adjustment for age and smoking status. No clear associations were found with duration of exposure or percentage of time potentially exposed. While firm conclusions cannot be drawn, the strongest associations observed in this study were for exposure to epoxy resins, wood and plastic dusts coming way behind. |
Descriptors (primary) |
epoxy resins; lymphocytes; exposure tests; cancer; motor vehicle industry; pattern and model making |
Descriptors (secondary) |
plastics; respirable dust; comparative study; exposure evaluation; questionnaire survey; hazard evaluation |
Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
Country / State or Province | Canada; USA |
Subject(s) |
Occupational pathology
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Broad subject area(s) |
Industries and occupations
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Browse category(ies) |
Biological monitoring Motor vehicle manufacturing industry
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