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Review Article

Biomarkers of exposure and effect in human biomonitoring of metal-based nanomaterials: their use in primary prevention and health surveillance

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Pages 1-35 | Received 24 Sep 2023, Accepted 28 Dec 2023, Published online: 04 Mar 2024

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