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Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH) in human blood in the south of the Russian Far East.

Authors :
Tsygankov, Vasiliy
Boyarova, Margarita
Kiku, Pavel
Yarygina, Marina
Source :
Environmental Science & Pollution Research; Sep2015, Vol. 22 Issue 18, p14379-14382, 4p
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

The content of organochlorine pesticides in blood of residents of the Russian Far East is assessed. Among hexachlorocyclohexane isomers, only β-HCH has been found. This fact indicates that contamination of the environment and human organisms by this pesticide began long ago. Its concentration varies from 2060 to 22,230 ng/g lipid. The probable sources of the toxicant found in human organisms are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09441344
Volume :
22
Issue :
18
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Environmental Science & Pollution Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
109304087
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-015-4951-3