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Volatile organic compounds in ventilating air in buildings at different sampling points in the buildings and their relationship with the prevalence of occupant symptoms.

Author(s) : SUNDELL J., et al.

Type of article: Article

Summary

States that total volatile organic compounds (TVOC) were determined in the intake, room-supply and room air in 86 offices in 29 buildings in northern Sweden. Formaldehyde in room air was also measured. Building and room characteristics were identified and symptom reports were collected from 1087 office workers. Finds that concentrations of TVOC and formaldehyde were low. The TVOC concentration was generally lower in room air than in supply air or intake air. The "loss" (difference in measured values) of total volatile organic compounds from supply to room air was associated with raised concentrations of formaldehyde and raised prevalences of occupant symptoms. High TVOC concentrations in room air were associated with reduced prevalences of occupant symptoms.

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  • Original title: Volatile organic compounds in ventilating air in buildings at different sampling points in the buildings and their relationship with the prevalence of occupant symptoms.
  • Record ID : 1994-1160
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Indoor Air - vol. 3 - n. 2
  • Publication date: 1993/06

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