Microplastic Accumulation in Human Placental Tissues: A Multi-Center Epidemiological Study on Birth Outcomes

Sanjay Gupta

doi:10.71222/j1hyjg96

Authors

Sanjay Gupta Department of Civil Engineering, Anna University (Regional Campus), Coimbatore, India Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71222/j1hyjg96

Keywords:

microplastics, placental tissues, birth outcomes, epidemiological study, neonatal health

Abstract

This research article indubitably investigate the accretion of microplastics in tissue and their possible impact on birth outcomes. Utilise a multi-middle epidemiologic study design, the research search the prevalence, type. And concentration of microplastics in placental sample compile from diverse population. Advanced analytical technique were apply to quantify microplastic levels and assess correlativity with health metrics such as birth age, Apgar, and weight scores. In placental tissue, the findings reveal significant presence, with associations to adverse birth outcomes. This survey emphasize the pressing demand for public health interventions to palliate exposure during maternity.

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