Table 2.
Sources of exposure to pesticides and total DAP in 28-weeks-pregnant women (n = 50).
| Exposure-Related Activities | Yes (%) | Total DAP Median (nmol/L) | No (%) | Total DAP Median (nmol/L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At Home | ||||
| Usage of chemical insecticides in the home | 66 | 86.7 | 33 | 84.2 |
| Application (by self) of insecticides in the home | 46 | 78.9 | 54 | 88.4 |
| Agricultural Activities or Farm Work | ||||
| Planting and tending of crops | 27.7 | 90.4 | 72.3 | 83.1 |
| Application of chemical fertilizer or manure or compost | 20 | 97.6 | 80 | 79.2 |
| Application of pesticides | 12 | 93.7 | 88 | 83.1 |
| Picking weeds or controlling by chemical use | 12.8 | 147.4 | 87.2 | 84.2 |
| Picking crops or plants or flowers | 28 | 91.3 | 72 | 79.2 |
| Engagement in three or more agricultural tasks | 18 | 103.1 | 82 | 75.5 |