A study of occupation-related lead toxicity in lock factory workers in district Aligarh

The present study was conducted to assess lead toxicity in lock factory workers in district Aligarh. Blood samples were collected from the workers and lead was estimated by standard method using beam atomic absorption spectrophotometer. In all factory workers the level was found to be high and the ‘p’ value was determined for statistical significance. To carry the study further the effect of lead on kidneys and blood pressure was sought. Individual renal function tests were performed and blood pressure was taken as detained in the text. Statistically the level determined was insignificant. A fall in hemoglobin was statistically significant. The systolic and diastolic blood pressure reading were subjected to ‘t’ test and showed no association with blood lead level.