Kesehatan Lingkungan
ISSN 1829-7285
Vol. 2 / No. 2 / Published : 2006-01
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Original Article :
Comparison between blood lead and hemoglobin levels as well as liver and kidney functions of sampling and non-sampling employees working in btkl surabaya
Author :
- Noery Aminah*1
- Balai Besar Teknik Kesehatan Lingkungan dan Pemberantasan Penyakit Menular (BBTKL PPM) Surabaya
Abstract :
The objectives of this research were compared blood lead and hemoglobin levels as well as liver and kidney functions of sampling and non-sampling employees working in BTKL Surabaya. Viewed from the nature of problem and data analysis, this research was categorized as an observational, analytical study, where as according to its time approach and location of study, this was a cross-sectional, field study. The samples of this research consisted of 20 sampling employees undergoing a routine periodic air monitoring (the exposed group) and 20 non-sampling employees (the unexposed group). The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. The data obtained were analyzed with chi square test and t test with two independent samples by means of a computer program. The results of this research showed that the mean blood lead level of sampling employees was 7,08 ± 8,08 μg/l, while all non sampling employees had blood lead level of 0 μg/l. The mean blood haemoglobin level of sampling employees was 14,42 ± 1,31 g/100 ml, while non-sampling employees had lower mean blood hemoglobin level (13,34 ± 1,62 g/100 ml). The blood lead levels of sampling employees were still within the recommended normal value (≤ 300 μg/l). Both sampling and non-sampling employees had normal liver and kidney functions. The results of statistical tests revealed that blood lead level of sampling employees was significantly higher (p < 0,05) than those of non-sampling employees. There was no significant difference (p > 0,05) between blood hemoglobin levels in both groups. It is suggested that further studies with longer duration of employment (> 10 years) be carried out. All sampling employees are recommended to wear mechanical filter respirator, during working hours.
Keyword :
blood lead and hemoglobin level, liver and kidney functions, sampling and non-sampling employees,
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