Primarily targets the renal system and skeletal structure (Itai-itai disease).
Cadmium is the name given to an element that has the properties of a metal and that is present in the earth crust in moderate amounts. It is generally stable in different types of rocks, but erosion may release it in the environment.
Batteries, pigments, solar cells, and industrial phosphate fertilizers.
Dietary intake via contaminated soil/water and inhalation through tobacco smoke.
Primarily targets the renal system and skeletal structure (Itai-itai disease).