Cobalt Poisoning through chronic exposure may result in pulmonary fibrosis, cough, and difficulty breathing. Cobalt is employed industrially in certain grades of steel and in tungsten carbide tools, and cobalt compounds are utilized as pigments in paints. In addition, cobalt is an essential element in humans, supplied through dietary intake. Although cobalt is found in the general environment, overexposure typically occurs in the industrial environment, primarily through the inhalation of cobalt dust and/or fumes.
A Cobalt test is best to check for repeated, long-term exposure.
The plasma blood test is best to check for recent, short-term exposure.
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