New Methodologies and Techniques for Biomonitoring Pesticide Exposure in Agricultural Workers: A Systematic Review

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2025

Authors

Moreira, A (Author) Other; Guedes, J. C. (Author) FEUP; da Silva, MV (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Toxics

Vol. 13

Final page: 104

Publisher: MDPI

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-018-6RB

DOI: 10.3390/toxics13020104

Abstract (EN): Biomonitoring allows for the assessment of internal exposure to various pesticides and metabolites. Following PRISMA guidelines, this systematic review aims to summarise innovative biomonitoring techniques for assessing pesticide exposure in agricultural workers, their advantages and limitations, and their applicability. The search of the Medline/PubMed, ScienceDirect, Scopus, and Web of Science databases identified 14 articles dealing with new techniques for biomonitoring pesticide exposure in agricultural workers. These new methodologies have identified several biomarkers associated with exposure to organophosphates. Most of the included studies combine and/or improve traditional methods to overcome their limitations. This leads to more sensitive, specific, and precise techniques with lower detection and quantification limits. Therefore, it is necessary to thoroughly analyse and test new biomonitoring methods for assessing pesticide exposure. These techniques can complement qualitative risk assessments and aid in developing strategies to protect public health and the environment.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 16