Epidemiological profile and determinants of whole blood heavy metal levels in occupationally exposed populations: a cross-sectional study in Hunan Province, China

ObjectiveThis study aims to characterize current whole blood levels of heavy metals including lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), and arsenic (As) among occupational populations in Hunan Province, China, and identify exposure determinants to inform health management strategies.MethodsA cross-sect...

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Main Authors:	Lina Wen, Lezhou Zhou, Xiaochao Zhu, Yong Mei
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2025-07-01
Series:	Frontiers in Public Health
Subjects:	heavy metal exposure occupationally exposed populations exposure determinants Hunan Province influencing factors
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1635236/full
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