STUDY DESIGN, PROTOCOL, AND HUMAN HEALTH EFFECTS OF PFAS IN THE TSUKUBA CITY COHORT
2024
Study on the Health Effects of PFAS in Tsukuba City
Sample size: 1000
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Author Information
Author(s): Eun Heesoo, Yoon Jieun, Kameyama Mayumi, Hata Hiroshi, Arai Tetsuaki, Okura Tomohiro, Nishiyama Hiroyuki
Primary Institution: University of Tsukuba
Hypothesis
How do different multicomponent PFAS affect human health, particularly cognitive and motor functions?
Conclusion
The study aims to reveal the effects of dietary PFAS on health, including cognitive and motor functions.
Supporting Evidence
- PFAS are toxic chemicals that are regulated worldwide.
- The study will investigate over 30 PFAS in blood and urine samples.
- Cognitive function and motor performance will be assessed.
Takeaway
This study is looking at how certain chemicals in food can affect people's thinking and movement skills.
Methodology
The study involves collecting blood and urine samples from participants and assessing their cognitive and motor functions.
Participant Demographics
Citizens aged 45 to 89 years from Tsukuba City, Japan.
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