Effect of Mercury Exposure on Renal Function and Hematological Parameters among Artisanal and Small-scale Gold Miners at Sekotong, West Lombok, Indonesia
Background. Mercury is a toxic metal with effects on human health ranging from acute to chronic in a very short time of exposure. Artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is the main source of direct human exposure to mercury. Human exposure to mercury (Hg) can occur through both direct inhalati...
Main Authors: | Ardiana Ekawanti, Baiq Dewi Krisnayanti |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Pure Earth
2015-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Health and Pollution |
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