Serum concentrations of perfluorinated compounds (PFC) among selected populations of children and adults in California.

ABSTRACT: Perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) have been widely used in industrial applications and consumer products. Their persistent nature and potential health impacts are of concern. Given the high cost of collecting serum samples, this study is to understand whether we can quantify PFC serum concentrations using factors extracted from questionnaire responses and indirect measurements, and whether a single serum measurement can be used to classify an individual's exposure over a one-year period. The study population included three demographic groups: young children (2-8 years old) (N=67), parents of young children (<55 years old) (N=90), and older adults (>55 years old) (N=59). PFC serum concentrations, house dust concentrations, and questionnaires were collected. The geometric mean of perfluoroocta

SUBMITTER: Wu XM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4724210 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature