Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5756108 | Environmental Research | 2017 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Positive associations of Ni and Cr aerosol concentrations with corresponding Ni and Cr biomarker levels indicate e-cigarette emissions increase metal internal dose. Increased e-cigarette use and consumption were also associated with higher Ni biomarker levels. Metal level standards are needed to prevent involuntary metal exposure among e-cigarette users.
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Authors
Angela Aherrera, Pablo Olmedo, Maria Grau-Perez, Stefan Tanda, Walter Goessler, Stephanie Jarmul, Rui Chen, Joanna E. Cohen, Ana M. Rule, Ana Navas-Acien,