The convergence of environmental influences as potential precipitating factors of AML-M2 /

Abstract

Acute myeloblastic leukemia is known as an insidious, often times fatal, disease; however, its etiology has not been fully elucidated. This work was conducted so as to explore the potential environmental influences that may converge and precipitate a myelodysplastic event or even a leukemic disease state. Environmental chemicals were the primary focus of this investigation, including: the fertility drug clomiphene citrate, (Clomid); and a combination of pesticides commonly applied to produce. Water samples were extracted from Berlin Lake, as well, to gauge recreational water contamination. The Berlin Lake water samples were found to contain a number of hydrocarbon contaminants; with the main supplier of such contaminants believed to be the 'fuel·dumping' of recreational crafts.