Abstract
Objectives
To determine the prevalence and correlates of elevated blood lead level in children (6-144 months) of Aligarh.
Methods
A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted. Venous blood was obtained for lead estimation and a structured questionnaire was filled.
Results
A total of 260 children were enrolled. The prevalence of elevated blood lead level was 44.2%, seen mostly in children below 5 years of age. Old and deteriorating wall paints at home was found to be significantly associated with elevated levels.
Conclusions
Lead-based house paints are potential source of lead exposure. Meticulous renovation and painting of the walls with safe paints is desirable.
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Chaudhary, S., Firdaus, U., Ali, S.M. et al. Factors Associated With Elevated Blood Lead Levels in Children. Indian Pediatr 55, 38–40 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13312-018-1225-4
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