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. 1977 Aug;19:285–295. doi: 10.1289/ehp.7719285

Quantities of lead producing health effects in humans: sources and bioavailability.

K R Mahaffey
PMCID: PMC1637386  PMID: 908307

Abstract

Levels of lead ingestion and inhalation producing increased body burden of lead and clinical toxicity in adults and children are compared with usual levels of exposure. The magnitude of lead exposure from air, water, and food is estimated. Sources of high level exposure to lead are described; urban street dirt, house dust, and paint are particularly common sources of high concentrations of lead. The bioavailability of different lead compounds is reviewed as well as factors affecting susceptibility to lead.

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