ulated DBPs, we are probably creating other DBPs that are not currently regulated but may be more toxic.
Testing & Disinfection
Disinfection of drinking water is critical to reducing illness and death due to microbiological pathogens that can occur in our water supply sources. The tradeoff is the potential formation of byproducts that can also present a health risk to the public. More studies need to be conducted on the toxicological effects of these emerging DBPs so we have a complete understanding of potential health effects.
In addition to studies that are looking at the ingestion of these DBPs by drinking the water, they are also beginning to look at other routes of exposure including inhalation and dermal absorption.