Elevated serum zinc levels in metal fume fever

Journal Article · Tue Nov 01 04:00:00 EST 1988 · Am. J. Emerg. Med.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/0735-6757(88)90103-9· OSTI ID:6540089

Noel, N E; Ruthman, J C

Metal fume fever is not an uncommon syndrome among welders following exposure to oxidized metal fumes (usually zinc). The relationship of serum zinc level to the acute phase of this illness is not known. Two cases of metal fume fever, associated with elevated serum zinc levels, are presented. Further studies are necessary to determine the diagnostic usefulness of serum zinc levels in metal fume fever.

• Research Organization: St Francis Medical Center, Peoria, IL (USA)
• OSTI ID: 6540089
• Journal Information: Am. J. Emerg. Med.; (United States), Journal Name: Am. J. Emerg. Med.; (United States) Vol. 6:6; ISSN AJEME
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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