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Predictors and correlations of phthalate metabolite concentrations in urine and seminal plasma among reproductive-aged men

Journal Article · · Environmental Research
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  1. Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei (China)
  2. Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan (China)
Highlights: • Phthalate metabolite levels in urine and seminal plasma were detected among 687 men. • Measures taken from urine samples poorly predicted same-day seminal plasma levels. • Metabolite levels varied according to sociodemographic and lifestyle factors. • Venous infusion was associated with higher levels of MBP and DEHP metabolites. Certain phthalates are suspected to be endocrine disruptors that are adversely associated with male reproductive health. However, the predictors and correlations of phthalate metabolite concentrations in urine and seminal plasma among reproductive-aged men have not been thoroughly studied.
OSTI ID:
23110554
Journal Information:
Environmental Research, Journal Name: Environmental Research Vol. 161; ISSN ENVRAL; ISSN 0013-9351
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English