DNA damage in mononuclear leukocytes of farmers measured using the alkaline comet assay: discussion of critical parameters and evaluation of seasonal variations in relation to pesticide exposure

The alkaline comet assay was used to quantify, using visual and image analyses, the level of DNA damage in mononuclear leukocytes of farmers who were occupationally exposed to pesticides. Hematological parameters were also measured on the same samples. Enrollment of farmers was based on handling of...

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