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Nickel exposure and its effects.

Temir A Demir1, Burhanettin Işikli, Selim M Urer

  • 1Osmangazi University Art and Science Faculty Department of Chemistry. tademir@ogu.edu.tr

Biometals : an International Journal on the Role of Metal Ions in Biology, Biochemistry, and Medicine
|May 4, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Cement factory emissions increased nickel in soil and plants. While blood nickel remained normal, residents showed higher nickel sensitivity and contact dermatitis, indicating environmental impact.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Toxicology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Rural areas near industrial sites face unique environmental exposures.
  • Cement factory emissions can release heavy metals like nickel into the surrounding environment.
  • Assessing human health impacts from such exposures is crucial for public well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify nickel concentrations in soil and plants near a cement factory.
  • To evaluate blood nickel levels and nickel sensitivity in the local human population.
  • To determine potential health effects, such as contact dermatitis, linked to environmental nickel exposure.

Main Methods:

  • Soil and plant samples were collected from various directions around the factory and control sites.

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  • Blood samples and patch tests were administered to residents and a control group.
  • Nickel concentrations in environmental samples and blood were analyzed.
  • Physical examinations and patch tests assessed health conditions and sensitivities.

    • Main Results:

    • Elevated nickel concentrations were found in soil and plant specimens near the factory compared to control areas.
    • Blood nickel levels were within reference ranges but significantly higher in the exposed group.
    • Patch tests revealed a higher prevalence of nickel sensitivity in the exposed population.
    • Contact dermatitis was the primary clinical finding, distinguishing the exposed group.

    Conclusions:

    • Environmental nickel exposure from the cement factory affects local soil and plants.
    • While systemic toxicity was not evident, increased nickel sensitivity and contact dermatitis indicate a localized health impact.
    • The findings suggest a need for monitoring and mitigation strategies for industrial emissions.