Identification and characterization of microplastics in human nasal samples
Hyun Jin Min, Kyung Soo Kim, Hyunjung Kim, Jiyoung Gong, Jinyoung Jeong
Abstract
KEY POINTS: Human nasal cavity samples were collected, and presence of microplastics were evaluated. Microplastics were present, and major types were polyethylene, polyester, acrylic polymer, and polypropylene. Further research is needed regarding microplastics and its clinical impact on human nasal cavity.
Topics & Concepts
MicroplasticsNasal cavityMedicineNasal administrationEnvironmental chemistryVirologyAnatomyChemistryMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionRecycling and Waste Management Techniques