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Comparison of indoor air pollutants inside home environments
| Variables | Urban (n=232) Number (%) | Rural (n=198) Number (%) | z Value | p Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median (IQR) | Median (IQR) | |||
| PM2.5 (μg/m3) | 48.96 (12.55) | 25.71 (15.72) | -17.12 | 0.001** |
| PM10 (μg/m3) | 80.3 (12.99) | 43.66 (15.5) | -17.29 | 0.001** |
| IL-6 (pg/ml) | 3.89 (2.35) | 3.53 (2.42) | -2.29 | 0.02* |
Significant at p<0.001; IQR = Interquatile range
