Evaluation of Oxidative Stress, Blood Parameters, and Neurocognitive Status in Cement Factory Workers Publisher



Malekirad AA^{1, 2} ; Rahzani K³ ; Ahmadi M¹ ; Rezaei M^{4, 5} ; Abdollahi M^{2, 6} ; Shahrjerdi S⁷ ; Roostaie A⁸ ; Mohajerani HR⁹ ; Boland Nazar NS¹⁰ ; Torfi F¹¹ ; Mousavi Khaneghah A¹²
Source: Toxin Reviews Published:2021

Abstract

The current investigation was aimed to evaluate the oxidative stress (OS), blood factors, and neurocognitive state among cement factory workers who are exposed to dust during their work. Totally 41 cement exposed workers and 41 subjects as a control group were selected, and their OS, biochemical parameters, and a neurocognitive questionnaire were assessed. The results indicated that the levels of triglyceride, alanine aminotransferase, and alkaline phosphatase were higher among the exposed workers. The rate of lipid peroxidation and total antioxidant capacity were not significantly differenced among the workers while compared to the control group.Highlights Cement industry may lead to several health impairments among cement workers. A significant association between past dust exposure in the workplace and neurocognitive impairment. Occupational exposures to these dusts may result later in life in adverse mental health outcomes. © 2019 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.