Environmental Geochemistry and Health

, Volume 12, Issue 1–2, pp 71–74 | Cite as

Canadian perspectives on aluminum

  • Jay C. Van Oostdam
  • Harry Zwanenburg
  • John R. Harrison
Article

Summary

The multi-media approach to aluminum exposure will allow a more informed decision on the inclusion or exclusion of various exposure media in future epidemiological studies.

Knowledge of the types of Al (speciation) and their respective bioavailability will enable interpretation of the importance of specific media.

Keywords

Aluminum Geochemistry Epidemiological Study Specific Medium Informed Decision 
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© Sciences and Technology Letters 1990

Authors and Affiliations

  • Jay C. Van Oostdam
    • 1
  • Harry Zwanenburg
    • 1
  • John R. Harrison
    • 1
  1. 1.Department of National Health and Welfare, Rm 241Environmental Health CentreOttawaCanada

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