Additional information
| State & Union Territories | Odisha |
|---|---|
| Year of Publication | 2015 |
| Affected Group | Children, Others |
| Source Type | Industrial (Mines, ULAB recycling, e-waste) |
Erythrocyte Protoporphyrin as an Indicator to Lead Exposure Around a Lead Mine Area
The study investigates lead poisoning around a lead mine in Odisha. Blood Lead Levels (PbB) and Erythrocyte Protoporphyrin (EP) were analyzed in males of different age groups living at varying distances from the mine. PbB and EP levels increased with proximity to the mine, with PbB levels exceeding recommended limits for children within a 1 km radius. The study highlights significant toxic effects of lead exposure, particularly on hem synthesis, and provides evidence of a correlation between PbB and EP levels.
| State & Union Territories | Odisha |
|---|---|
| Year of Publication | 2015 |
| Affected Group | Children, Others |
| Source Type | Industrial (Mines, ULAB recycling, e-waste) |
