Table 7 Evaluation of DNA damage index (DNA-DI) through Comet assay
From: High chromosomal instability in workers occupationally exposed to solvents and paint removers
Groups | DNA-DI |
|---|---|
Exposed (n = 24) | 235.70 ± 29.23** |
 Smokers (n = 3) | 211.66 ± 31.56 |
 No Smokers (n = 21) | 239.14 ± 28.00 |
 Alcohol Drinkers (n = 21) | 231.85 ± 29.19 |
 No Alcohol Drinkers (n = 3) | 262.66 ± 7.50 |
Unexposed (n = 24) | 193.79 ± 22.22 |
 Smokers (n = 3) | 197.33 ± 16.66 |
 No Smokers (n = 21) | 193.28 ± 23.23 |
 Alcohol Drinkers (n = 17) | 193.88 ± 25.25 |
 No Alcohol Drinkers (n = 7) | 193.57 ± 13.89 |