How Do Epidemiologists Measure Occupational Exposures?
Epidemiologists use a variety of methods to measure occupational exposures: - Environmental Monitoring: Sampling air, water, or surfaces for the presence of hazardous substances. - Biomonitoring: Analyzing biological samples such as blood, urine, or tissues to detect exposure levels. - Surveys and Questionnaires: Collecting self-reported data from workers about their exposure experiences and health outcomes. - Job Exposure Matrices (JEMs): Creating databases that link job titles with potential exposures to estimate risk levels.
