Exposure to Oil Paint Vapor : Health Risk for Blood System

Studies have shown that volatile emissions of chemicals may result in various disorders in our body. The main aim of this study was to determine the effects of oil paint vapor on red blood cells, HCT and Hb in male rats. In this experimental laboratory study, male Wistar rats were randomly divided into control and exposed to oil paint vapor for 1h/day and 8h/day. After 10 weeks blood samples were collected using cardiac puncture method. Red blood cell count, HCT and Hb measurement were performed using routine methods. Data were statistically analyzed and compared between groups using ANOVA. The results indicated that RBC number significantly decreased in rats exposed to oil paint vapor for 8h/day compared with control animals (p<0.05). HCT and Hb concentration significantly decreased in animals exposed to oil paint vapor for 1h/day and 8h/day compared to control rats (P<0.01). Conclusively, exposure to oil paint vapor results in decreased RBC number and decreased HCT and Hb may lead to anemia or other disorders of blood system. Keywords— Oil Paint Vapor, RBC, HCT, Hb, Rat.