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Journal Article 
Neutrophil functions in lead-exposed workers 
Bergeret, A; Pouget, E; Tedone, R; Meygert, T; Cadot, R; Descotes, J 
1990 
Yes 
Human & Experimental Toxicology
ISSN: 0960-3271
EISSN: 1477-0903 
9 
4 
231-233 
English 
2390320 
WOS:A1990DT19000005 
Neutrophil functions were studied in 38 lead-exposed workers compared to 34 controls. Both groups were matched according to age, sex, drinking and smoking habits, ethnic origin and drug intake. Blood lead levels were found to be seven times higher in exposed workers than in controls. Phagocytosis assayed by chemiluminescence was found to be slightly but not significantly altered in exposed workers. In contrast, chemotaxis using the agarose technique was significantly depressed. These results are in agreement with previous in-vitro findings. A further assessment of clinical consequences is warranted. 
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