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Insight into hematological parameters of petrol station workers.

N K Binsaleh¹, R Eltayeb, E M Bashir

¹Department of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Ha'il, Ha'il, Saudi Arabia. n.binsaleh@uoh.edu.sa.

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Summary

Benzene exposure in petrol station workers significantly alters blood counts, decreasing red blood cells and hemoglobin while increasing white blood cells. These hematological changes highlight potential health risks for exposed individuals.

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Area of Science:

Environmental Health
Occupational Medicine
Hematology

Background:

Benzene is a known carcinogen affecting multiple organs.
Chronic inhalation of benzene vapor by petrol station workers impacts hematological parameters.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the effect of benzene exposure on the hematological parameters of petrol station workers.

Main Methods:

A study involving 99 participants (50 exposed to benzene, 49 controls).
Collected 5 ml blood samples in EDTA anticoagulant tubes.
Performed complete blood count (CBC) tests to analyze hematological parameters.

Main Results:

Significant decrease in red blood cells, packed cell volume, and hemoglobin in the benzene-exposed group.
Significant increase in white blood cells (p < 0.0001) in the exposed group.
No significant difference in platelet counts between groups. Workers exposed for 1-10 years showed decreased RBC indices and increased WBC.

Conclusions:

Benzene exposure in petrol station workers leads to significant alterations in key hematological parameters.
These findings underscore the health risks associated with occupational benzene exposure.
Monitoring hematological parameters is crucial for workers in benzene-exposed environments.