血液裏麵的微塑料； 化工業的副產品

?microplastics have been detected in human blood.

Key findings:

• A 2022 study published in Environment International was the first to report microplastics in human blood samples.

• Microplastics were found in about 80% of the samples tested.

• The detected particles included polyethylene terephthalate (PET) (used in water bottles), polystyrene (used in food packaging), and polyethylene (used in plastic bags).

How do microplastics enter the blood?

• Inhalation (airborne particles)

• Ingestion (contaminated food or water)

• Skin contact (less common, but possible through cosmetics or packaging)

Why is this concerning?

• Once in the bloodstream, microplastics can potentially travel to organs.

• Scientists are still studying the health impacts, but concerns include:

  • Inflammation

  • Immune system disruption

  • Hormonal interference

  • Cell damage or oxidative stress

However, the field is still new, and more research is needed to understand long-term effects.

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