Academia Open
Vol 8 No 2 (2023): December
Microbiology

Elevated Lead Exposure in Passive Smokers Among Landfill Workers
Peningkatan Paparan Timbal pada Perokok Pasif di Kalangan Pekerja TPA


  • Serly Ayu Anggraeni,
  • Puspitasari Puspitasari*
Serly Ayu Anggraeni
Program Studi Teknologi Laboratorium Medis, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo, Indonesia
Puspitasari Puspitasari
Program Studi Teknologi Laboratorium Medis, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo, Indonesia *

(*) Corresponding Author
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21070/acopen.8.2023.5560
Published December 28, 2023
Keywords
  • Heavy Metals,
  • Lead (Pb),
  • Cadmium (Cd),
  • Occupational Health,
  • Passive Smoking
How to Cite
Anggraeni, S. A., & Puspitasari, P. (2023). Elevated Lead Exposure in Passive Smokers Among Landfill Workers. Academia Open, 8(2), 10.21070/acopen.8.2023.5560. https://doi.org/10.21070/acopen.8.2023.5560

Copyright (c) 2024 Serly Ayu Anggraeni, Puspitasari Puspitasari

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Abstract

Background: Air pollution from heavy metals like lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) poses health risks, especially for landfill workers. Knowledge Gap: Few studies have compared Pb and Cd levels in janitors who are active and passive smokers. Aims: This study assesses urine Pb and Cd levels in 20 landfill janitors, distinguishing between active and passive smokers. Methods: Urine samples were analyzed using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry (AAS), and metal levels were compared by smoking status. Results: Pb levels were below the safety threshold (0.15 mg/L), but passive smokers had higher levels than active smokers. Cd levels were low and unrelated to smoking type. Novelty: The study reveals increased Pb exposure for passive smokers. Implications: These findings suggest the need for stronger health policies to protect landfill workers from passive smoke exposure.

Highlights: 

  • Increased Risk for Passive Smokers: Passive smokers in landfills showed higher Pb levels than active smokers.
  • Low Cd Levels: Cadmium levels were generally low and unrelated to smoking type.
  • Policy Need: Findings support the need for enhanced health policies to protect landfill workers.

Keywords: Heavy Metals, Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd), Occupational Health, Passive Smoking

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