Immune function biomarkers in children exposed to lead and organochlorine compounds: a cross-sectional study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Different organochlorines and lead (Pb) have been shown to have immunomodulating properties. Children are at greater risk for exposure to these environmental toxicants, but very little data exist on simultaneous exposures to these su...

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Main Authors: Obi-Osius Nadia, Nebe Thomas, Witten Jutta, Brooks Kevin R, Karmaus Wilfried, Kruse Hermann
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2005-04-01
Series:Environmental Health
Online Access:http://www.ehjournal.net/content/4/1/5