Immunotoxicity of Jet Fuels and Solvents

Abstract

Immunotoxicity involves an adverse immune response to allergens, chemicals or other xenobiotics. Chemicals can affect a number of the complex components of the immune system. Changes in the immune system as the result of chemical exposure to jet fuels or other solvents are a concern for the occupational worker. This report reviewed studies involving the effects of jet fuels on the immune system; components of jet fuel or solvents with known immunotoxicity were also discussed. Personnel working with military and commercial fuels such as hydrazine, JP-8 and Jet A could be at risk for immunosuppression as this is a major effect of these fuels.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 2002
Accession Number
ADA453158

Entities

People

  • D. R. Mattie
  • J. A. Riedel

Organizations

  • Air Force Research Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Research Laboratories
  • B Lymphocytes
  • Blood
  • Body Weight
  • Cells
  • Chemistry
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Immune System
  • Jet Engine Fuels
  • Lymphatic System
  • Lymphocytes
  • Medical Personnel
  • Occupational Safety And Health
  • Rodents
  • Toxicity

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  • Aviation Safety Risk Assessment.
  • Combustion and Flow Dynamics.
  • Environmental Engineering.