Health surveillance
Chromium — worker health surveillance
Periodic medical-surveillance tests recommended for workers exposed to chromium.
Category: metal
Recommended surveillance tests
| Test | Frequency | Type | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine chromium | Annual | urine | OSHA 1910.1026 |
| Chest X-ray | Annual | imaging | lung cancer screening |
| Nasal septum exam | Annual | exam | septal perforation |
| Sputum cytology | Annual | exam | lung cancer marker |
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