Introduction to toxicology / John Timbrell.
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TextPublication details: London ; New York : Taylor & Francis, c2002.Edition: 3rd edDescription: 215 p. : illISBN: - 0415247624 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- 0415247632 (pbk. : alk. paper)
- 615.9 TIM
- RA1211 .T56 2002
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Chapter Chapter 1|13 pages
Introduction
Chapter Chapter 2|12 pages
Dose-Response Relationship
Chapter Chapter 3|14 pages
Exposure-Response Relationship
Chapter Chapter 4|23 pages
Disposition of Toxic Compounds
Chapter Chapter 5|21 pages
Metabolism of Xenobiotic Compounds
Chapter Chapter 6|8 pages
Target Organ Toxicity
Chapter Chapter 7|11 pages
Carcinogenic and Mutagenic Compounds
Chapter Chapter 8|16 pages
Drugs as Toxic Substances
Chapter Chapter 9|11 pages
Industrial Toxicology
Chapter Chapter 10|12 pages
Food Additives and Contaminants
Chapter Chapter 11|16 pages
Pesticides and Herbicides
Chapter Chapter 12|26 pages
Environmental Pollutants
Chapter Chapter 13|12 pages
Natural Products
Chapter Chapter 14|11 pages
Commercial and Domestic Products
Chapter Chapter 15|15 pages
Fundamentals of Toxicity Testing
Chapter Chapter 16|13 pages
Risk Assessment
Chapter Chapter 17|7 pages
Antidotes and Treatment of Poisoning
As with the previous editions, Introduction to Toxicology, Fourth Edition, continues to chart the evolution of the field of toxicology, from the use of natural toxins by ancient tribes through the developments established by Paracelsus, and progresses through to the current topics in the public interest. For centuries, the study of toxicology has fascinated students. The book begins with basic toxicological principles, including an historical summary, dose-response relationships (NEW chapter), exposure-response relationships (NEW chapter), disposition, and metabolism of xenobiotic toxic substances. Other important new chapters include target organ toxicity, toxicity of carcinogenic agents and new and updated concepts in toxicity testing, and antidotes and treatment of poisonings. In all, nine new or expanded chapters from the third edition are advanced.
Current concerns about the effects of therapeutic drugs, carcinogens, industrial toxins, pesticides, and herbicides on human health, animal welfare, and the stability and maintenance of the ecosystem continue to highlight toxicology as an important and growing scientific discipline.
Key features:
Comprehensive coverage of the field of toxicology which illustrates its importance to and impact on society
Uses pertinent examples, tables, and diagrams to aid understanding with learning objectives, summaries, questions, and answers for each chapter
Clearly and concisely written and presented concepts for easy comprehension by toxicology, biomedical, and health science students
Examines the complex interactions associated with toxicological events
Covers the effect of toxins on biological and physiological systems
This book successfully condenses the diffuse literature in the field into an accessible and readable text, made easier with the insertion of many tables and figures. It introduces fundamental concepts and builds upon these using topical and relevant historical examples. Its improved format includes learning objectives and summaries of each chapter, as well as questions and answers suitable for self-assessment.
This latest edition is an invaluable resource for undergraduate and graduate toxicology students, as well as an introductory text for other health care students and professionals. The book also functions as a comprehensive introductory reference text for environmental scientists, medical biologists and chemists, chemical engineers, and regulatory agencies, with interests in toxicologically related areas.
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