Biochemical effects of lead exposure and toxicity on battery manufacturing workers of Western Maharashtra (India): with respect to liver and kidney function tests

• Main Authors: Mandakini Kshirsagar (Author), Jyotsna Patil (Author), Arun Patil (Author), Ganesh Ghanwat (Author), Ajit Sontakke (Author), R.K. Ayachit (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Al Ameen Medical College, 2015-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: The battery recycling and manufacturing involves the use of metallic lead for making grids, bearing and solder. The process results in release of lead particles and lead oxide causing environmental pollution and severe lead poisoning. Aims and Objectives: To know the present scenario of...