Table 1 Demographic characteristics of the study groups
Characteristic |  | Controls (N = 50) | Workers (N = 50) |
|---|---|---|---|
Age (years) | Mean ± S.E. Range | 30.28 ± 9.38 21 – 46 | 32.74 ± 10.42 20 - 57 |
Average working time (years) | Mean ± S.E. Range | ---- ---- | 17.26 ± 1.53 1 - 35 |
Daily paint exposure time (hours) | Mean ± S.E. Range | ---- ---- | 6.7 ± 1.45 4-8 |
Smokers/non smokers | N | 15/35 | 22/28 |
Use of individual protection equipment | Percentage (%) | – | 00 |