Illustrated handbook of toxicology

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    • Reichl, Franz-Xaver
    • Ritter, Leonard
    • Benecke, Jochen

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Illustrated handbook of toxicology

edited by Franz-Xaver Reichl, Leonard Ritter ; with contributions by Jochen Benecke ... [et al.]

Thieme, c2011

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Gain practical knowledge of the entire field of toxicology with this beautifully illustrated guide The Illustrated Handbook of Toxicology is an impressive introduction to the complex field of toxicology. It also serves as a hands-on guide to various poison treatments and offers supplemental public health information. Each two-page unit features concise text on the left complemented by full-color illustrations on the opposing page. The expert author distinguishes harmful toxic substances and catalogues their specific effects on the human body, plants, animals, and the surrounding environment. The handbook also addresses cutting-edge topics, including biological warfare, modern toxicological methods, and threshold values. Features: Succinct, user-friendly organization allows readers to navigate the content with ease Over 500 detailed images and diagrams arranged on 150 full-color plates illu strate exposures and toxicological effects on humans, plants, and animals Well-researched, objective risk analysis on toxic exposures accompanies relevant images Extensive glossary of key toxicological terms provides readers with the accurate information they need to avoid dangerous confusion This is the ideal text for all medical students who want to supplement the toxicological information covered in their coursework, as well as for first responders to chemical accidents and poisonings.

Table of Contents

General Toxicology History of Toxicology Basic Principles of Toxicology Test Methods Modern Methods in Toxicology Threshold Values Clinical Toxicology Environmental Medicine Environmental Toxicology Information Systems Applied Toxicology Pharmaceuticals Narcotics and Addictive Drugs Aliphatic, Alicyclic, and Cyclic Hydrocarbons Halogenated Aliphatic Hydrocarbons Halogenated Cyclic and Polycyclic Hydrocarbons Dusts and Particle-Bound Emissions Nitroso Compounds Aromatic Amino and Nitro Compounds Gaseous Compounds Vehicle Exhaust Gases Oxygen Species and Free Radicals Tobacco Smoke (Active and Passive Smoking) Mineral Fibers Metals Plastics Biocides Toxins and Toxic Substances in Food Colors and Additives in Drugs and Food Cosmetics Household Poisons Chemical Warfare Agents Biological Warfare Agents Dental Restorative Materials Animal Poisons (Zootoxins) Plant Poisons (Phytotoxins) Fungal Poisons (Mycotoxins) Bacterial Toxins Radiation Noise

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