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Introduction to Toxicology John Timbrell

Introduction to Toxicology By John Timbrell

Introduction to Toxicology by John Timbrell


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Summary

This book 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.

Introduction to Toxicology Summary

Introduction to Toxicology by John Timbrell

  • 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, and 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 effect of toxins on biological and physiological systems;

About John Timbrell

John Timbrell is Emeritus Professor of Biochemical Toxicology in the Pharmacy Department at King's College London and was a member of the Commitee on Toxicigy, U.K.Govenment. He was the founding Editor of the journal Biomarkers (Taylor and Francis Ltd). Publishers. He has been involved with the teaching and development of toxicology courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level for 30 years.

Frank A. Barile is retired Professor of Toxicology in the Pharmaceutical sciences Department, St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, New York. He is past President of the In Vitro and Alternative Methods (IVAM) Specialty Section of the U.S. Society of Toxicology and a former member of the Scientific Advisory Committee for Alternative Toxicological Methods (SACATM), NIEHS, U.S. National Institutes of Health. He is former Chief Editor of Toxicology in Vitro.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction. 2. Dose-Response Relationship. 3. Exposure-Response Relationship. 4. Disposition of Toxic Compounds. 5. Metabolism of Xenobiotic Compounds. 6. Target Organ Toxicity. 7. Carcinogenic and Mutagenic Compounds. 8. Drugs as Toxic Substances. 9. Industry Toxicology. 10. Food Additives and Contaminants. 11. Pesticides and Herbicides. 12. Environmental Pollutants. 13. Natural Products. 14. Commercial and Domestic Products. 15. Fundamentals of Toxicity Testing. 16. Risk Assessment. 17. Antidotes and Treatment of Poisoning. Answers to Chapter Questions. Glossary.

Additional information

CIN1032036923G
9781032036922
1032036923
Introduction to Toxicology by John Timbrell
Used - Good
Paperback
Taylor & Francis Ltd
2023-02-27
298
N/A
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