Carbon monoxide-
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and toxic gas produced as a by-product of combustion. Any fuel burning appliance, vehicle, tool or other device has the potential to produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide gas.Carbon monoxide inhibits the blood's ability to carry oxygen to body tissues including vital organs such as the heart and brain. When CO is inhaled, it combines with the oxygen carrying hemoglobin of the blood to form carboxyhemoglobin (COHb). Once combined with the hemoglobin, that hemoglobin is no longer available for transporting oxygen.The symptoms from exposure to carbon monoxide vary widely based on exposure level, duration, and the general health and age on an individual. A common complaint that is most significant in the recognition of carbon monoxide poisoning is headache with dizziness and nausea.
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