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Decrease of PCDD/F levels in human blood--trend analysis for the German population, 1991-1996.

J Wittsiepe1, P Schrey, U Ewers

  • 1Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Abteilung für Hygiene, Sozial- und Umweltmedizin, Germany.

Environmental Research
|June 14, 2000
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Human blood levels of polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDD) and dibenzofurans (PCDF) significantly decreased between 1991 and 1996 in Germany. Higher concentrations were correlated with older age, particularly for less chlorinated PCDD and specific PentaCDF congeners.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Toxicology
  • Human Health Risk Assessment

Background:

  • Polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDD) and dibenzofurans (PCDF) are persistent organic pollutants with known toxic effects.
  • Monitoring human exposure levels is crucial for assessing environmental health risks.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze trends in PCDD/F concentrations in human blood over a defined period.
  • To investigate the relationship between PCDD/F levels, age, and specific congener profiles.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of over 500 whole blood samples from German subjects collected between 1991-1996.
  • Quantification using capillary gas chromatography/high-resolution mass spectrometry.
  • Statistical modeling (multiplicative model: Concentration = A x ageB) to assess age correlation.

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Main Results:

  • Observed a continuous decrease in overall PCDD/F concentrations in human blood from 1991 to 1996.
  • Mean levels reduced by approximately half, from 42.7 pg I-TEq/g (lipid basis) in 1991 to 20.7 pg I-TEq/g in 1996.
  • Positive correlation found between PCDD/F blood levels and age, most pronounced for lower chlorinated PCDD and 2,3,4,7,8-PentaCDF.

Conclusions:

  • Human blood PCDD/F levels in Germany showed a significant downward trend during the 1990s.
  • Age remains a significant factor influencing PCDD/F accumulation in the human body.
  • Specific congener patterns suggest differential accumulation or metabolism related to chlorination degree and structure.