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Review
. 2014 Feb;8(2):271-4.
doi: 10.7860/JCDR/2014/7544.4079. Epub 2014 Feb 3.

Health hazards of xylene: a literature review

Sharada T Rajan  1 , N Malathi  2
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Review

Health hazards of xylene: a literature review

Sharada T Rajan et al. J Clin Diagn Res. 2014 Feb.

Abstract

Xylene, an aromatic hydrocarbon is widely used in industry and medical laboratory as a solvent. It is a flammable liquid that requires utmost care during its usage. On exposure the vapours are rapidly absorbed through the lungs and the slowly through the skin. Prolonged exposure to xylene leads to significant amount of solvent accumulation in the adipose and muscle tissue. This article reviews the various acute and chronic health effects of xylene through various routes of exposure.

Keywords: Biological exposure index; Laboratory technicians and xylene toxicity; Methyl hippuric acid; Occupational safety.

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