Submit original full, unopened tube. Collection Venipuncture site must be disinfected with povidone-iodine or a similar product. See individual test information for collection times for industrial monitoring.
Severity is dependent on the intensity and duration of the exposure.
Damage to the hematopoietic system has also been evidenced. Benzene is listed as a potential carcinogen. Aromatic solvents function commercially in numerous applications, including industrial solvents and chemical intermediates. Aromatic solvents, such as benzene, toluene, and xylene can also be found in paints, paint thinners, and glues. Blood is the preferred specimen for measuring acute or recent exposure to the aromatic solvents.