Formaldehyde
Also known as: Formic Aldehyde; Methanal; Methyl Aldehyde
Description
Formaldehyde is a colorless, gaseous Aldehyde.
Toxic Effects of Formaldehyde
Immune System
Formaldehyde may cause Cancer:
Formaldehyde may increase the risk of Lymphomas. [1]
Formaldehyde may increase the risk of Multiple Myeloma. [2]
Formaldehyde may potentiate the toxicity of Radiation in human Lungs.
Formaldehyde may damage the Thymus Gland. [3]
Metabolism
Formaldehyde may damage the Liver.
Nervous System
Formaldehyde may be toxic to the Central Nervous System.
Formaldehyde may reduce Concentration ability.
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