Microplastics May Transport Hazardous Plastic Additives Through Marine Environments
Researchers say the blood-cleansing procedure lowered some PFAS by up to 75.8% and may also capture microplastics, though results were inconsistent.
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Microplastics may transport hazardous plastic additives through marine environments
Plastic pollution is not only a marine litter issue; it is also closely linked to resource circulation and chemical management. Plastic products contain a wide range of additives, including antioxidants, plasticizers, ultraviolet stabilizers and flame retardants. Some of these chemicals are regulated or managed because of concerns about their effects on human health and ecosystems.
Medical plastic blood bags can release microplastics into the stored blood. This can be a specific problem for red blood cells. According to research published in the journal Environment & Health, these particles exacerbate the damage that red blood cells naturally sustain during blood storage. The results of the study shed initial light on the potential dangers of microplastics in stored donor blood.
Medical procedure decreased PFAS levels in patients and showed signs of microplastic retention, but data are still initial
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