Human hair and nail samples from Cuddalore fisherfolk populations were used as
biomarkers for assessing metal concentrations in humans. Hair samples from 80 participants …

Geologically enriched environments may contain high concentrations of some metals. In
areas where industrial exposures remain superficial, children may be exposed to these …

Abstract Metal (loid) s (MLs) with natural or anthropogenic sources may cause adverse
health effects in children. This study aimed to compare the childhood exposure to ΣMLs …

Tobacco or tobacco products (TTP) are harmful because they contain nicotine and some
heavy metals. In this study, it was aimed to evaluate whether the responses of parents to …

This study reports on data obtained from a pilot survey focusing on house dust and toenail
metal (loids) concentrations in residents living in the industrial city of Estarreja. The study …

Background: Although the level of exposure to many toxic metals decreased recently, the
adverse effects of these metals on children's growth and development remain a serious …

Background: Hair is a commonly used exposure biomarker for metals and other trace
elements, but concern has been raised regarding its appropriateness for assessing the …

We conducted exposure assessment using toenails from 20 fishermen living in Bodo City, a
community of the Niger delta region in Nigeria. This community has been affected by over …

Hair analysis is a promising tool for routine clinical screening and diagnosis of heavy metal
exposure and essential trace element status in the human body. Systemic intoxications have …

Potentially harmful elements (PHEs) manganese (Mn), cobalt (Co), copper (Cu), lead (Pb),
nickel (Ni) and zinc (Zn) were measured in human hair/nails, staple crops and drinking water …