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1. Nurses and pharmacy workers are exposed to the chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) through their work, which can cause chromosomal damage. 2. Biological monitoring of 5-FU exposure is important to evaluate occupational risks, as exposure occurs through multiple routes. The metabolite alpha-fluoro-beta-alanine in urine can be used to monitor 5-FU exposure. 3. Medical surveillance of workers exposed to 5-FU should include screening for symptoms of toxicity, physical exams to check for signs of effects

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Agus Tiany

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