ILO/WHO/UNEP - Environmental Health Criteria 101: Methylmercury [1990]
Description:
The monograph provides decision makers detailed information on methylmercury including (i) properties and analytical procedures for the determination of methylmercury; (ii) sources; (iii) environmental transport and distribution; (iv) environmental levels and human exposure; (v) kinetics and metabolism (vi) effects on laboratory animals, in vitro systems and humans; and (vii) evaluation of human health risks. Recommendations for further research are also stated.
Why this Tool/Guidance?
Information provided is useful to support environmental health decision making regarding mercury. The EHC monographs provide international, critical reviews on the effects of chemicals or combination of chemicals on human health and the environment and are intended to assist national and international authorities in making risk assessments and subsequent risk management decisions.
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