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Reports of Microplastic in Human Blood
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Researchers reviewed evidence for microplastic particles in human blood, examining the blood compartment as a key exposure route and biomonitoring target. The findings highlight growing concern about systemic plastic particle circulation and the need for standardized detection methods to assess human health risk.
Plastic pollution is a growing concern with potential impacts on human health. Research has identified plastic particles in various environmental compartments, including sediment, seawater, and human feces. The blood compartment has been identified as a suitable...
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