P01.14. Blood lead levels of children using traditional Indian medicine and cosmetics: a feasibility study
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Purpose Traditional Indian or Ayurvedic medicines and cosmetics may contain lead. The relationship between cosmetic use (e.g. kohl) and blood lead levels (BLLs) in children has been well documented; however the impact of Ayurvedic use on BLL remains unclear. To begin to address this question, we conducted a pilot study to assess the feasibility of collecting BLLs in children attending Ayurvedic hospitals in India.
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دوره 12 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2012