Hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH) in human blood in the south of the Russian Far East

• DOI: 10.1007/s11356-015-4951-3
• Publication Date: 2015-07-17T21:28:27Z
• Authors: Vasiliy Yu. Tsyga...; Margarita D. Boya...; Pavel F. Kiku; Marina V. Yarygina
• Keywords: Hexachlorocyclohexane; Lindane; Human blood

The content of organochlorine pesticides in blood of residents of the Russian Far East is assessed. Among hexachlorocyclohexane isomers, only β-HCH has been found. This fact indicates that contamination of the environment and human organisms by this pesticide began long ago. Its concentration varies from 2060 to 22,230 ng/g lipid. The probable sources of the toxicant found in human organisms are discussed.