Health hazards of xylene: a literature review.
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.
Senior lecturer, Department of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dental Sciences, Sri Ramachandra University , Chennai, India .
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Professor and Head, Department of Oral Pathology, Faculty of Dental Sciences, Sri Ramachandra University , Chennai, India .
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Biological exposure index; Laboratory technicians and xylene toxicity; Methyl hippuric acid; Occupational safety