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Quantification of asbestos fibers in abdominal organs on studies with at least 10 samples available.
| Range of Asbestos Fibers (Mfgdt) in Subjects With Unknown Exposure | Range of Asbestos Fibers (Mfgdt) in Unexposed Subjects | Range of Asbestos Fibers (Mfgdt) in Exposed (Or Possibly Exposed) Subjects | Organ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.03–16 | 0.10–0.2 | 0.20–152.3 | Colon and rectum |
| ND | 0 – 86.9 | 0.2 – 30 | Kidney |
| ND | 0–0.6 | 0–0.3 | Bladder |
| <0.05–0.13 | Not detected | 2.9–4.4 | Abdominal lymph nodes |
ND: Non Detectable
